Multicon PMS-110R - aplisens.de

User manual 

for controller/data recorder 

Multicon PMS-110R 

• Firmware: v.1.03 or higher 

Read the user's manual carefully 

before starting to use the unit or software. 

Producer reserves the right to implement changes without prior notice. 

12.05.2011 Multicon PMS-110R_INSSXEN_v.1.07.000

CONTENTS 

User manual for controller/data recorder Multicon PMS-110R 

1. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND USER SAFETY........................................................................................3 

1.1. THE USE OF TOUCH-SCREEN........................................................................................................4 

2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS................................................................................................................4 

3. TECHNICAL DATA......................................................................................................................................5 

4. DEVICE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................7 

4.1. UNPACKING.......................................................................................................................................8 

4.2. ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................................8 

4.3. CONNECTION METHOD.................................................................................................................10 

4.4. MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................16 

5. INTRODUCTION TO CONTROLLER/DATA RECORDER......................................................................16 

5.1. UNDERSTANDING CONTROLLER/DATA RECORDER MULTICON PMS-110R.........................16 

5.1.1. Logical channels......................................................................................................................16 

5.1.2. Groups.....................................................................................................................................17 

5.2. HARDWARE CONFIGURATIONS ..................................................................................................17 

6. WORK WITH MULTICON PMS-110R.......................................................................................................18 

6.1. MULTICON PMS-110R POWER ON...............................................................................................18 

6.2. THE USE OF TOUCH-SCREEN......................................................................................................18 

6.3. DISPLAY...........................................................................................................................................18 

6.3.1. Information bar........................................................................................................................19 

6.3.2.Navigation bar..........................................................................................................................20 

6.3.3. Data panels.............................................................................................................................20 

6.3.4. Important messages................................................................................................................22 

7. CONFIGURATION OF MULTICON PMS-110R........................................................................................23 

7.1. EDIT DIALOGUES...........................................................................................................................23 

7.2. MAIN MENU SELECTION PANEL..................................................................................................26 

7.3. FILES MANAGEMENT.....................................................................................................................26 

7.4. DEVICE INFORMATIONS, LICENSE AND FIRMWARE UPDATE................................................29 

7.5. MAIN MENU ....................................................................................................................................30 

7.6. CONFIGURATION MENU STRUCTURE........................................................................................32 

7.7. GENERAL SETTINGS.....................................................................................................................36 

7.8. INPUT CHANNELS..........................................................................................................................37 

7.8.1. Input Channels general settings.............................................................................................38 

7.8.2. Input Channels settings for Hardware input and Hardware output monitor modes...............39 

7.8.3. Input Channels setting for Modbus mode...............................................................................41 

7.8.4. Input Channels settings for Math function and Set point value mode....................................42 

7.8.5. Input Channels settings for Controller mode..........................................................................44 

7.8.6. Input Channels setting for Profile/timer mode........................................................................45 

7.8.7. Examples of Logical Channels configuration..........................................................................46 

7.9. BUILT-IN OUTPUTS........................................................................................................................53 

7.9.1. Output Mode specific parameters...........................................................................................54 

7.9.2.Output Mode specific parameters for Passive current output.................................................55 

7.9.3. Examples of build-in output configurations.............................................................................56 

7.10. EXTERNAL OUTPUTS..................................................................................................................57 

7.10.1.Examples of external output configurations...........................................................................58 

7.11. PROFILES/TIMERS.......................................................................................................................58 

7.11.1. Examples of Profile/timer configurations..............................................................................59 

7.12. CONTROLLERS.............................................................................................................................60 

7.12.1. Examples of Controller configurations..................................................................................61 

7.13. GROUPS........................................................................................................................................63 

7.13.1. Groups configuration.............................................................................................................63 

7.13.2. Examples of visualisations of groups...................................................................................64 

7.14. MODBUS........................................................................................................................................65 

7.14.1. Examples of Modbus protocol configurations.......................................................................70 

8. THE MODBUS PROTOCOL HANDLING.................................................................................................73 

8.1. LIST OF REGISTERS......................................................................................................................73 

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8.2. TRANSMISSION ERRORS HANDLING..........................................................................................74 

8.3. EXAMPLES OF QUERY/ANSWER FRAMES.................................................................................74 

9. APPENDIX - INPUT AND OUTPUT MODULES DESCRIPTION.............................................................76 

9.1. UI4, UI8, U16, I16 - VOLTAGE AND CURENT MEASUREMENT MODULES...............................76 

9.2. TC4, TC8 – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR MEASUREMENT MODULES......................................80 

9.3. RT4 – RTD MEASUREMENT MODULE..........................................................................................81 

9.4. D8, D16 – OPTOISOLATED DIGITAL INPUT MODULE................................................................82 

9.5. S8, S16 - SOLID STATE RELAY DRIVERS MODULES.................................................................84 

9.6. R45, R81 - RELAY MODULES........................................................................................................86 

9.7. IO2, IO4 – PASSIVE CURRENT OUTPUT......................................................................................87 

Explanation of symbols used in the manual: 

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- This symbol denotes especially important guidelines concerning the installation and 

operation of the device. Not complying with the guidelines denoted by this symbol 

may cause an accident, damage or equipment destruction. 

IF THE DEVICE IS NOT USED ACCORDING TO THE MANUAL THE USER IS 

RESPONSIBLE FOR POSSIBLE DAMAGES. 

- This symbol denotes especially important characteristics of the unit. 

Read any information regarding this symbol carefully 

1. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND USER SAFETY 

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- The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages caused by 

inappropriate installation, not maintaining the proper technical condition 

and using the unit against its destination. 

- Installation should be conducted by qualified personnel . During installation all 

available safety requirements should be considered. The fitter is responsible for 

executing the installation according to this manual, local safety and EMC 

regulations. 

- The unit must be properly set-up, according to the application. Incorrect 

configuration can cause defective operation, which can lead to unit damage or 

an accident. 

- If in the case of a defect of unit operation there is a risk of a serious threat 

to the safety of people or property additional, independent systems and 

solutions to prevent such a threat must be used. 

- The unit uses dangerous voltage that can cause a lethal accident. The unit 

must be switched off and disconnected from the power supply prior to 

starting installation of troubleshooting (in the case of malfunction). 

- Neighbouring and mating equipment must meet the requirements of appropriate 

standards and regulations concerning safety and be equipped with adequate 

anti-overvoltage and anti-interference filters. 

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- Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the unit yourself. The unit 

has no user serviceable parts. Units, in which a defect was stated must be 

disconnected and submitted for repairs at an authorized service centre. 

- In order to minimize fire or electric shock hazard, the unit must be protected 

against atmospheric precipitation and excessive humidity. 

- Do not use the unit in areas threatened with excessive shocks, vibrations, dust, 

humidity, corrosive gasses and oils. 

- Do not use the unit in explosion hazard areas. 

- Do not use the unit in areas with significant temperature variations, exposed to 

condensation or icing. 

- Do not use the unit in areas exposed to direct sunlight. 

- Make sure that the ambient temperature (e.g. inside the control box) does not 

exceed the recommended values. In such cases forced cooling of the unit must 

be considered (e.g. by using a ventilator). 

The unit is designed for operation in an industrial environment and must 

not be used in a household environment or similar. 

1.1. THE USE OF TOUCH-SCREEN 

It is prohibited to use pointers with sharp edges (like knifes, scissors, needles, wires, 

nails, bolts etc.) while work with touch-screen. It is strongly recommended to use special stylus 

made of plastic or other soft material with smooth ends (for example stylus delivered with the 

device). The display of Multicon PMS-110R should be also protected against aggressive 

substances and extremely high and low temperatures that can cause damages. 

2. G ENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 

controller/data recorder Multicon PMS-110R is a sophisticated multichannel unit which 

allows simultaneous measurement, visualisation and control of numerous channels. It is ideal 

for applications where some physical quantities represent state of an object and control of this 

state is based on concurrent parameters. This device can operate autonomously or with 

cooperation with external measurement devices and actuators. Essential features of Multicon 

PMS-110R are listed and shortly described below. 

• Advanced processing unit and system based on LINUX 

High computation efficiency of Multicon PMS-110R processor allows to run the device 

under control of LINUX operating system. Such solution makes firmware flexible and gives 

the possibility of simultaneous operation of many processes (like: measurement, 

communication, visualisation). Use of LINUX also makes software independent on installed 

hardware. 

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• Colour TFT display with Touch-panel 

controller/data recorder displays all data and dialogues on 3,5” 320x240 pixels, colour 

TFT screen. Full control of the device is realised using build in touch-panel what makes 

operation with Multicon PMS-110R easy and intuitive. 

• Hardware flexibility and big variety of possible configurations 

Multicon PMS-110R is designed as modular device consisting of a base and optional 

input and output modules. The base contains: main processor, display with touchscreen, 

Switch Mode Power Supply (in two versions: 24V and 85-260V) and basic 

communication interfaces (USB and RS485). All other modules are optional and can be 

installed inside the device according to customer's order. There are three slots designed 

for installation of measurement and output modules and one (fourth) slot for advanced 

communication module (additional USB Host, 2x RS-485/RS-232 and Ethernet). Basic 

measurement modules are: 4/8/16x Voltage/Current input module, 4x RTD input module 

and 4/8x TC input module, 8/16x Optoisolated digital input. As output modules can be 

installed: 8/16x SSR driver module, 4/8x Relay modules or 2/4x Passive current output 

module. 

• Freedom of data sources, presentation modes and controlling methods 

Multi level structure of Multicon PMS-110R firmware allows user for free selection of 

presented data sources, presentation modes and controlling methods. Multicon PMS- 

110R displays values of virtual logical channels which can be fed with measurement data 

from build in physical channels or measurement data from remote channels (other devices 

connected to the Multicon PMS-110R by RS-485 interface), or output states and quantities 

(looped back results of controlling processes), generate profiles/timers by user or also 

mathematical combination of one or more other logical channels. All of them can be freely 

named and described by user, and presented in many forms: as numerical values, vertical 

and horizontal charts, vertical and horizontal bars and as needles. Every logical channel 

(visualised or not) can be used as an input data of one or more controlling process. 

Multicon PMS-110R implements many different controlling methods: above and below 

defined level, inside and outside of defined range (both with programmable hysteresis and 

delay of relay on and off ) and PID. Controlling processes can drive build in physical output 

or virtual outputs which can be used as input of logical channels. 

3. TECHNICAL DATA 

Power supply voltage 

(depending on version) 

External Fuse (required) 

Power consumption 

85...230...260V AC/DC; 50 ÷ 60 Hz 

or 19...24...50V DC; 16V...24...35V AC 

T - type, max. 2 A 

typically 15 VA; max. 20 VA 

Display 3,5”, TFT colour graphic display, 320 x 240 points, 

with LED backlight 

Sensor power supply output 24V DC ± 5% / max. 200 mA, 

Basic communication interfaces RS 485, 8N1/2, Modbus RTU, 1200 bit/s ÷ 115200 bit/s 

USB Host port, USB Device port 

Digital input 1 input 0/15..24V DC, galvanic insulation 

power consumption: 7,5 mA / 24V, 

insulation: 1min @ 500V DC. 

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Optional communication module* Second USB Host port 

2x Serial RS-485/RS-232 

Ethernet 10M RJ-45 

Optional input modules* 4/8/16x Voltage (0÷10V) / Current (0÷20mA)** 

4x RTD (PT100, PT500, PT1000)** 

4/8x TC (J, K, S, T, N, R, B, E)** 

8/16x Digital input** 

Optional output modules* 4x Relay 5A/250V (cos ϕ = 1)** 

8x Relay 1A/250V (cos ϕ = 1)** 

8/16x SSR driver (10÷15V, up to 100mA per output)** 

2/4x IO Passive current output (4÷20mA)** 

Sampling rate depending on the module, but no less than 5 sps 

Indication refreshing 10 sps 

Recording max. 10 sps 

Protection level 

USB interface on rear panel 

Housing type 

Housing material 

Housing dimensions 

Mounting hole 

Assembly depth 

Panel thickness 

Operating temperature 

Storage temperature 

Humidity 

Altitude 

USB interface from front 

IP 65 (from front, after using waterproof frame) 

IP 42 (from front, with transparent door ) 

IP 40 (from front, standard) 

IP 20 (housing and connection clips) 

IP 42 (from front, with transparent door ) 

IP 40 (from front, standard) 

IP 20 (housing and connection clips) 

panel 

NORYL - GFN2S E1 

96 x 96 x 100 mm 

90,5 x 90,5 mm 

102 mm 

max. 5 mm 

0°C to +50°C 

-10°C to +70°C 

5 to 90% no condensation 

up to 2000 meters above sea level 

Screws tightening max. torque 0,5 Nm 

Max. connection leads diameter 2,5 mm 2 

Safety requirements according to: PN-EN 61010-1 

installation category: II 

pollution degree: 2 

voltage in relation to ground: 300V AC 

insulation resistance: >20MΩ 

insulation strength between power supply and 

input/output terminal: 1min. @ 2300V (see Fig. 4.1) 

EMC PN-EN 61326-1 

* check the current list of measurement modules at producer homepage 

** see the full specification in the appendix 

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4. DEVICE INSTALLATION 


The unit has been designed and manufactured in a way assuring a high level of user 

safety and resistance to interference occurring in a typical industrial environment. In order to 

take full advantage of these characteristics installation of the unit must be conducted correctly 

and according to the local regulations. 

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- Read the basic safety requirements on page 3 prior to starting the installation. 

- Ensure that the power supply network voltage corresponds to the nominal 

voltage stated on the unit’s identification label. 

- The load must correspond to the requirements listed in the technical data. 

- All installation works must be conducted with a disconnected power supply. 

- Protecting the power supply clamps against unauthorized persons must be 

taken into consideration. 

This is a class A unit. In housing or a similar area it can cause radio 

frequency interference. In such cases the user can be requested to use 

appropriate preventive measures. 

Carefully check that the insulation used with the unit (Fig. 4.1) meets the 

expectations and if necessary use appropriate measures of overvoltage protection. 

Additionally, assure the maintenance of appropriate installation air and surface 

insulation gaps. 

External sensor 

supply output 

Power supply 

Measurement inputs RS 485 

interface 

and 

digital input 

Internal circuits 

Insulation strength 1min @ 2300V AC 

Insulation strength 1min @ 500V AC 

No insulation 

Outputs circuits 

Fig. 4.1. Schematic diagram showing the insulation between individual circuits of the unit. 

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4.1. UNPACKING 


After removing the unit from the protective packaging, check for transportation damage. 

Any transportation damage must be immediately reported to the carrier. Also, write down the 

unit serial number on the housing and report the damage to the manufacturer. 

Attached with the unit please find: 

– assembly brackets - 2 pieces, 

– warranty, 

– user’s manual for Multicon PMS-110R unit (device) 

4.2. ASSEMBLY 

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- The unit is designed for mounting indoor inside housings (control panel, 

switchboard) assuring appropriate protection against electric impulse waves. 

Metal housing must be connected to the grounding in a way complying with the 

governing regulations. 

- Disconnect the power supply prior to starting assembly. 

- Check the correctness of the performed connections prior to switching the unit 

on. 

In order to assembly the unit, a 90,5 x 90,5 mm mounting hole (Fig. 4.2) must be 

prepared. The thickness of the material of which the panel is made must not exceed 

5mm. When preparing the mounting hole take the grooves for catches located on 

both sides of the housing into consideration (Fig. 4.2). Place the unit in the 

mounting hole inserting it from the front side of the panel, and then fix it using the 

brackets (Fig. 4.3). The minimum distances between assembly holes’ axes - due to 

the thermal and mechanical conditions of operation - are 115 mm x 115 mm (Fig. 

4.5). 

8 mm 

1 mm 

90,5 mm 

13 mm 

13 mm 

8 mm 

90,5 mm 

Fig. 4.2. Mounting hole dimensions 

1 mm max. 5 mm

8 mm 

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98 mm 

removable terminals 

Fig. 4.3. Installing of brackets 

Fig. 4.4. Connectors removing method 

back side 

of device 

connector 

back side 

of device 

connector 

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Fig. 4.5. Minimum distances when assembly of a number of units 

4.3. CONNECTION METHOD 

Caution 

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115 mm 

- Installation should be conducted by qualified personnel. During installation all 

available safety requirements should be considered. The fitter is responsible for 

executing the installation according to this manual, local safety and EMC 

regulations. 

- The unit is not equipped with an internal fuse or power supply circuit breaker. 

Because of this an external time-delay cut-out fuse with minimal possible nominal 

current value must be used (recommended bipolar, max. 2A) and a power supply 

circuit-breaker located near the unit. In the case of using a monopolar fuse it must 

be mounted on the phase cable (L). 

- The power supply network cable diameter must be selected in such a way that in 

the case of a short circuit of the cable from the side of the unit the cable shall be 

protected against destruction with an electrical installation fuse. 

- Wiring must meet appropriate standards and local regulations and laws. 

- In order to secure against accidental short circuit the connection cables must be 

terminated with appropriate insulated cable tips. 

- Tighten the clamping screws. The recommended tightening torque is 0.5 Nm. 

Loose screws can cause fire or defective operation. Over tightening can lead to 

damaging the connections inside the units and breaking the thread. 

- In the case of the unit being fitted with separable clamps they should be inserted 

into appropriate connectors in the unit, even if they are not used for any 

connections. 

- Unused clamps (marked as n.c.) must not be used for connecting any 

connecting cables (e.g. as bridges), because this can cause damage to the 

equipment or electric shock. 

115 mm

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- If the unit is equipped with housing, covers and sealing packing, protecting 

against water intrusion, pay special attention to their correct tightening or clamping. 

In the case of any doubt consider using additional preventive measures (covers, 

roofing, seals, etc.). Carelessly executed assembly can increase the risk of electric 

shock. 

- After the installation is completed do not touch the unit’s connections when it is 

switched on, because it carries the risk of electrical shock. 

Due to possible significant interference in industrial installations appropriate measures 

assuring correct operation of the unit must be applied. To avoid the unit of improper 

indications keep recommendations listed below. 

- Avoid common (parallel) leading of signal cables and transmission cables together with 

power supply cables and cables controlling induction loads (e.g. contactors). Such cables 

should cross at a right angle. 

- Contactor coils and induction loads should be equipped with anti-interference protection 

systems, e.g. RC-type. 

- Use of screened signal cables is recommended. Signal cable screens should be 

connected to the earthing only at one of the ends of the screened cable. 

- In the case of magnetically induced interference the use of twisted couples of signal 

cables (so-called “spirals”) is recommended. The spiral (best if shielded) must be used 

with RS-485 serial transmission connections. 

- In the case of interference from the power supply side the use of appropriate antiinterference 

filters is recommended. Bear in mind that the connection between the filter 

and the unit should be as short as possible and the metal housing of the filter must be 

connected to the earthing with largest possible surface. The cables connected to the filter 

output must not run in parallel with cables with interference (e.g. circuits controlling relays 

or contactors). 

Connections of power supply voltage and measurement signals are executed using the 

screw connections on the back of the unit’s housing. 

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max. 1.5 mm 

5-6 mm 

Fig. 4.6. Method of cable insulation replacing and cable terminals dimensions 

All connections must be made while power supply is disconnected ! 

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3 

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Fig. 4.7. Terminals description 

Only most left terminals (Power supply, USB Device port, Sensor supply output, 

Digital input and RS-485) are standard. Advanced communication module 

(additional serial, USB and Ethernet interfaces), and three input/output modules 

(slot A, slot B, slot C) showed in Fig. 4.7 depends on customer's order. According to 

the order these terminals can look differently or be not present. Terminals and 

connections of available modules are shown on Fig. 4.9-4.12. 

N 

L 

Power supply 


USB 

device 

GND 

1 

2 

+24V DC ±5% 

Imax. = 200mA 

digital input 

0/15..24V DC 

5 

6 GND-I 

7 

8 

B- 

A+ 

RS-485 

insulated 

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FUSE 

USB 

host 

N 

Fig. 4.8. Connection of power supply 

L 

Slot C 

Slot B 

Slot A 

Depending on version: 

85...230...260V AC/DC or 

19...24...50V DC; 16...24...35V AC

UI8 

8 current + 8 voltage inputs 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 


4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

RT4 

4 RTD inputs 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 

n16 

UI4 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

I16 

16 current inputs 

n01 AIN1 

n02 AIN2 

n03 AIN3 

n04 AIN4 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

Fig. 4.9. Available current and voltage input modules 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

TC4 

4 thermocouple inputs 

n01 - 

AIN1 

n02 + 

- 

n03 

n04 

+ 

AIN2 

n05 - 

AIN3 

n06 + 

- 

n07 

AIN4 

n08 

+ 

Fig. 4.10. Available RTD and TC input modules 

U16 

16 voltage inputs 

AIN1 

n01 

n02 AIN2 

n03 AIN3 

n04 AIN4 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

TC8 


n01 - 

AIN1 

n02 + 

- 

n03 AIN2 

n04 

+ 

n05 - 

AIN3 

n06 + 

- 

n07 

AIN4 

n08 

+ 

n09 - 

n10 + 

- 

n11 

n12 

+ 

n13 - 

n14 + 

- 

n15 

n16 

+ 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

13

14 

R81 

8 relay outputs 1A/250V 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

R2 R1 

R4 R3 

R5 

R6 

R7 

R8 


D16 

16 Digital inputs 

n01 DIN1 

n02 

n03 

DIN2 

DIN3 

DIN17 

n04 DIN4 

n05 COM 1-4 

n06 DIN5 

n07 

n08 

DIN6 

DIN7 

DIN18 

n09 DIN8 

n10 COM 5-8 

n11 DIN9 

n12 

n13 

DIN10 

DIN11 

DIN19 

n14 DIN12 

n15 COM 9-12 

n16 DIN13 

n17 

n18 

DIN14 

DIN15 

DIN20 

n19 DIN16 

n20 COM 13-16 

Fig. 4.11. Available Digital input modules 

R45 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

R1 

R2 

R3 

R4 

DIN21 

D8 


n01 DIN1 

n02 

n03 

DIN2 

DIN3 

DIN9 

n04 DIN4 

n05 COM 1-4 

n06 DIN5 

n07 

n08 

DIN6 

DIN7 

DIN10 

n09 DIN8 

n10 COM 5-8 

S16 

16 SSR outputs 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

+10..24V DC 

SSR1 

SSR2 

SSR3 

SSR4 

n06 SSR5 

n07 SSR6 

n08 SSR7 

n09 SSR8 

n10 GND 

n11 +10..24V DC 

n12 SSR9 

n13 SSR10 

n14 SSR11 

n15 SSR12 

n16 SSR13 

n17 SSR14 

n18 SSR15 

n19 SSR16 

n20 GND 

Fig. 4.12. Available output modules 

DIN11 

S8 

8 SSR outputs 

+10..24V DC 

n01 

n02 SSR1 

n03 SSR2 

n04 SSR3 

n05 SSR4 

n06 SSR5 

n07 SSR6 

n08 SSR7 

n09 SSR8 

n10 GND

RS-485 


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7 

8 

Fig. 4.13. Available passive current output 

GND 

B- 

A+ 

IO4 

4 current output 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

RS232/RS485 

or USB/RS485 

interface 

Fig. 4.14. Connection of RS-485 transmission signals 

The Multicon PMS-110R device supports the following converters: 

– USB / RS-485 converter (SRS-USB/4-Z45) 

– RS-232 / RS-485 converter (SRS-2/4-Z45) 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

AOUT 4 

AOUT 3 

AOUT 2 

AOUT 1 

IO2 


n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

AOUT 2 

AOUT 1 

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4.4. MAINTENANCE 


The unit does not have any internal replaceable or adjustable components available to 

the user. Pay attention to the ambient temperature in the room where the unit is operating. 

Excessively high temperatures cause faster ageing of the internal components and shorten the 

fault-free time of unit operation. 

In cases where the unit gets dirty do not clean with solvents. For cleaning use warm water with 

small amount of detergent or in the case of more significant contamination ethyl or isopropyl 

alcohol. 

Using any other agents can cause permanent damage to the housing. 

Product marked with this symbol should not be placed in municipal waste. Please 

check local regulations for disposal and electronic products. 

5. INTRODUCTION TO 

5.1. UNDERSTANDING 

CONTROLLER/DATA RECORDER 

CONTROLLER/DATA RECORDER MULTICON PMS-110R 

The controller/data recorder MULTICON PMS-110R were developed as universal 

multichannel controller. To maintain this concept also its firmware was written with multi level 

structure. The device runs under control of LINUX operating system keeping all subsystems 

ready to use and allowing independent and simultaneous operation of many processes 

(communication, data acquisition, post-processing, visualisation etc.). Such approach gives 

great advantages of highest level application, making it flexible and dynamically configurable. 

Similarly data structures and streams was implemented in a quite different way than in most of 

similar devices. The main difference is the concept of Logical Channels as a bridge: physical 

inputs and outputs - visualisation and controlling processes. Designers of controller/data 

recorder decided to use such solution to increase functionality of the device and make 

software near fully independent on the hardware. 

5.1.1. Logical channels 

Logical Channel is a data stream existing in memory of the device, having it's name and 

could be displayed, used as input data for controlling process (or processes), controlling of 

physical output or as input data of other Logical Channels. The Multicon PMS-110R can 

contain as much as 60 Logical Channels, every of these channels can be configured to 

represent: measurement data from build in physical input channels, states and output data of 

physical output channels, states and data coming from outputs of controlling processes, states 

of virtual input channels and timers, or mathematical combination of other Logical Channels. 

To make visualization more clear Logical Channels can be gather into a Groups. 

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5.1.2. Groups 


The Group is a set of 1-6 Logical Channels. Multicon PMS-110R can visualize on the 

same screen only channels belonging to the same Group, additionally Groups has their 

individual names what makes operation with device very clear. Every Logical Channel can 

belong to one or more groups simultaneously, and also not to belong to any group (then may 

not be visualized, but still can be used for other processes). It is common that channels 

belonging to the same Group are related one to another in some way (for example 

representing parameters of single object or representing similar parameters of few separate 

objects) but it is also possible to create a Group consist of completely unrelated channels. 

The use of Groups, Logical Channels and mathematical combinations of them gives 

incredible flexibility of the software, allowing easy designing or advanced controlling methods 

and its visualisation with low cost controller/data recorder Multicon PMS-110R. 

Example: 

We can measure only voltage and current of some heater, but we would like to observe 

and control average power emitted by this heater. First at all we define 3 Logical Channels - 

first fed with data from voltage input, second fed with data from current input, and third fed by 

result of multiplication of Logical Channels 1 and 2 then gather them into a single Group 

named HEATER. In this way we can display 3 graphs on the screen: voltage, current and 

power of the heater. Moreover the third channel can then be used as input for regulation of 

power emitted by the heater and control build in physical relay. Additionally state of the relay 

can fed fourth Logical Channel. To display state of the relay, it is necessary to add it to the 

same Group together with previous three channels. 

5.2. HARDWARE CONFIGURATIONS 

The functionality of Multicon PMS-110R can be fit to the user's needs. The base of 

Multicon PMS-110R contains: main processor, display with touch-screen, Switch Mode Power 

Supply (in one of two versions: 24V and 85-260V) and basic communication interfaces like 

USB and RS485. See Fig. 4.7 - most left connectors. All other modules are optional and can 

be installed inside the device according to customer's order. Next to basic connectors is a 

place of advanced communication module. In the simplest version this module can be 

equipped only with rear USB Host connector (this is standard fitments for IP-65 version of the 

Multicon PMS-110R). Full version of this module contains also 2 additional serial ports 

(RS485 and RS485 split with RS232) and 10Mb Ethernet RJ-45 connector. 

Three slots designed for build in hardware inputs and outputs are installed on the right 

side of the case (see Fig. 4.7, terminals marked: slot A, slot B and slot C). The actual view of 

these terminals varies depend on module type. Shortened descriptions of available modules' 

terminals are shown on Fig. 4.9-4.12. Measurement and actuators modules are constantly 

developed, so current list of available modules varies (visit producer homepage to check 

current list of Multicon PMS-110R modules). Basic measurement modules are: 4/8/16x 

Voltage/Current input module, 4x RTD input module and 4/8x TC input module. Output 

modules are: 8/16x SSR driver module or 8x Relay 1A/250V, 4x Relay 5A/250V modules and 

2/4x IO passive current output. 

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6. 


WORK WITH 

MULTICON PMS-110R 

6.1. MULTICON PMS-110R POWER ON 

After power on a starting Logo is showed on Multicon PMS-110R display. While 

operation system is being loaded a progress bar is visible in the middle of the screen. After 

that main application is stared. During this process screen may stay dimmed by 3-5 seconds. 

Please wait until end of this operation before starting to operate with the device. 

6.2. THE USE OF TOUCH-SCREEN 

It is prohibited to use pointers with sharp edges (like knifes, scissors, needles, wires, 

nails, bolts etc.) while work with touch-screen. It is strongly recommended to use special stylus 

made of plastic or other soft material with smooth ends (for example stylus delivered with the 

device). The display of Multicon PMS-110R should be also protected against aggressive 

substances and extremely high and low temperatures that can cause damages. 

6.3. DISPLAY 

For cleaning a special liquid designed for LCD screens and soft cloth should be 

used. 

controller/data recorder displays all data and dialogues on 3,5” 320x240 pixels, colour 

TFT screen. New devices has display protected with transparent thin foil. This protective layer 

should be removed before use to ensure perfect visibility of pictures and sensitivity of touchscreen 

which is used to operate with the device. 

While normal operation Multicon PMS-110R displays data in a form selected by user, 

but at any time it is possible to switch presentation mode or enable configuration dialogue 

boxes. All details of the user interface are fit up to make use of device easy and intuitive. To 

change displaying mode or enter menu touch the screen of Multicon PMS-110R with stylus. 

Further information about menu and presentation modes are described in further chapters. 

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Detailed description of all elements visible on the screen are contained in further 

chapters.

information bar 

6.3.1. Information bar 


Fig. 6.1. Typical view of Multicon PMS-110R main application 

Information bar informs user about current group, logging, date and time. In place of 

standard name it is possible to enter more descriptive for clearance. Logging indicator used to 

show the operations related to logging. Indicator may shine in 3 colours: grey, blue and yellow 

which means disable, active and save the samples into memory, respectively. Current date 

and time presented in upper right corner can be changed using appropriate menu (see 

chapter: CONFIGURATION OF Multicon PMS-110R). 

group number 

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name of the group which is visible on the display 

Fig. 6.2. View of information bar 

logging indicator 

data panels 

date 

If the logging indicator light yellow (save the samples into memory) don't turn off the 

device because the date will be lost 

time 

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6.3.2. Navigation bar 


The touch of the screen at any place causes displaying of navigation bar. 

Fig. 6.3. Main window of device – running navigation bar 

This bar contains three kinds of buttons: 

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6.3.3. Data panels 

switching between visualisation modes of current group 

entering the main menu (see details in paragraph: 

CONFIGURATION OF Multicon PMS-110R) 

switching between presented group of channels 

To enter directly into configuration menu of particular channel, press and hold 

screen over the channel data panel for 3-4 seconds. Similarly to go directly to 

configuration of displayed group, touch and hold for few seconds upper information 

bar. In both cases if password is set then user has to enter the password before 

entering the configuration. 

The great deal of screen is being used for channels visualisation. Data can be presented 

in one of few modes (as numerical values, as charts, as bars and as needles). All channels of 

current group are simultaneously presented in the same mode. In the current version of 

software there is no possibility to mix different modes in one view. Figures 6.4 – 6.8 show 

examples of different views. The switching between visualisation modes can be done invoking 

bottom navigation bar and pressing buttons [MODE↑] or [MODE↓], (see paragraph: 

Navigation bar) 

On every data panel there are available following informations: channel data value, data unit, 

channel's name and number of Logical Channel, on some modes there is also visible 

percentage indicator of value in the relation to it's full scale. 

Every Group of Logical Channels can be presented in one of 6 modes: 

• as numerical values Fig. 6.4 

• as horizontal bars Fig. 6.5 

• as vertical bars Fig. 6.5 

• as horizontal charts Fig. 6.6 

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• as vertical charts Fig. 6.6 

• as needles Fig. 6.7 


There is also possibility to show many groups on single screen (Fig. 6.9 ). In this mode 

particular channels belonging to the same group are displayed one under another, and 

particular groups are placed side by side. As much as 5 groups can be displayed 

simultaneously on single screen. 

Fig. 6.4. Examples of Numerical Values presentation mode 

Fig. 6.5. Examples of Horizontal and Vertical Bars 

Fig. 6.6. Examples of Horizontal and Vertical Charts 

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6.3.4. Important messages 

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Fig. 6.7. Examples of Needles 

Fig. 6.8. Examples of simultaneous presentation of Many Groups 

Fig. 6.9. Information message Fig. 6.10. Question message 

Fig. 6.11. Warning message Fig. 6.12. Alert message


7. CONFIGURATION OF MULTICON PMS-110R 

7.1. EDIT DIALOGUES 

Configuration process bases on edit dialogues. Some of the dialogues are commonly 

used by different menus, such dialogues are: text editor – Fig. 7.1 - 7.5, values editor – Fig. 

7.6, and switch mode editor Fig. 7.9. There are also dialogues specific for some settings - 

these specific dialogues are showed and described if necessary. 

Fig. 7.1. Text editor – letters Fig. 7.2. Text editor – numbers 

Fig. 7.3. Text editor – special symbols Fig. 7.4. Text editor – national letters 

Fig. 7.5. Text editor – font and background 

colours selection 

Fig. 7.6. Value editor – decimal form 

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Fig. 7.7. Value editor – hex form Fig. 7.8. Value editor – binary form 

Fig. 7.9. Single switch type editor Fig. 7.10. Multiple switch type editor 

Fig. 7.11. File editor Fig. 7.12. File editor

Functions of common buttons 


“Exit” - exits from current menu or sub-menu 

”OK” - allows to accept choice or changes of edit dialogue (and exit 

from this dialogue) 

“Cancel” - allow to reject entered choice or changes of edit dialogue 

(and exit from this dialogue) 

Selection of element for edition. Arrow buttons allow to select 

successive elements (groups, logical channels, controllers or outputs). 

Middle button allows direct selection of particular element from the list. 

Navigation keys in switch type dialogues. 

Move arrows. Allow to move cursor on the edited text. 

“Caps lock” - switches between lower and upper case letters. 

“Backspace”. While value editing pressing this button deletes last 

visible number. While text editing last edited symbol or symbol 

showed directly before cursor. 

“Clear” - clears whole number while editing of the values. 

“Sign” - changes sign of edited value. 

This button allow to delete selected file. 

“All” - selects all the available options. 

“None” - disable all the available options. 

Pressing this button allow to use Text editor window. 

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7.2. 


MAIN 

MENU SELECTION PANEL 

Pressing [MENU] button of Navigation bar enters main selection panel (Fig. 7.13). This 

panel allows to select between entering the Device Configuration, Files management and 

Device Information screen. 

Fig. 7.13. Main menu window 

Safe shutdown button allow to safe power off the device. After pressing the button and 

accepting the warning message the screen will be look like in the Fig. 7.14. 

7.3. FILES MANAGEMENT 

Fig. 7.14. The screen after pressing the Safe shutdown button 

This menu is for managing files i.e. to transmit and receive data to the flash memory. The 

main menu is shown in the Fig. 7.15. There are 2 parameters: Recordings and 

Configuration. Recording parameter allow to management recordings files. Available only in 

the case of buying a licence key. In the absence of this license in the Files management 

menu, there is only once parameter – the Configuration files. 

Menu parameter Recordings is shown in the Fig. 7.16. 

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Fig. 7.15. Files management menu 

In order to export selected logging files we select appropriate group of selected files logging 

(see Fig. 7.18) and then connected to a device with flash memory we press the Export 

selected files button. The symbol ”----” means that no logging files in the group was not 

selected. Descriptions of files are defined in the menu Groups (see Chapter 7.13 Groups). 

Similarly, to export logging files does delete files. In order to delete files after selected files in 

appropriate groups we click Delete selected files button. 

Fig. 7.16. View of the “Logging files” menu 

Second parameter in the Management files is Configuration. After enter in the submenu user 

can Load/Save the configurations and templates. Multicon PMS-110R Allow load/save 

configurations defined by user, i.e. general settings, logical channels, build-in output, modbus 

settings, profiles/timers, controllers and group. Sample view window when configuration is 

changes shown in the Fig. 7.17. Save/load templates modbus allow to save/load configuration 

settings for the Modbus protocol, i.e. name, channel configuration of the device (the list of 

inputs and outputs) and the register blocks (Block list). - see Chapter 7.14 Modbus. Having 

saved these templates modbus we can at any time to quickly communication between 

Multicon PMS-110R and SLAVE device only select appropriate address of SLAVE device. 

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The process of exchanging flies: configurations or templates modbus between the device and 

flash memory starts after when you connect flash memory to Multicon PMS-110R. Then enter 

Files management → Configuration files menu. If we want to Load files than in the window 

panel will appear image of flash memory with available configurations or modbus templates 

files for configurations or with extension .cfg or .mcfg respectively. Please note that name of 

files is set by user. If we want to save files after pressing button Save configuration or Modbus 

templates appears window panel with available files that can be appropriately called by 

pressing the button with the symbol keys in the upper left corner. Next we confirm the save 

and after few moments the date is stored in flash memory. Sample configuration files are 

placed in Fig. 7.18. 

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Fig. 7.17. View window when the configuration changes 

Fig. 7.18. Example of logging and configuration files


7.4. DEVICE INFORMATIONS, LICENSE AND FIRMWARE UPDATE 

This screen gives basic informations about software and hardware of the device. 

Information 

about firmware 

Fig. 7.19. Device Information screen 

Firmware update button gives possibility for easy maintaining of up to date firmware version. 

Before updating user has to download the newest version of software from producer 

homepage and store it on Flash Disk. Next insert Flash Disk into USB host port of Multicon 

PMS-110R and run update process pressing Firmware update button. During updating it is 

prohibited to switch off the power or remove Flash Disk from USB port. Broken or careless 

updating can cause device damage. 

Fig. 7.20. Device information menu 

To prevent accidental running of update process additional confirmation warning is displayed. 

Fig. 7.21. Confirmation dialogue 

Informations about 

hardware 

(slots fitments) 

Enter licence key button allow to enter license key depending on the user receives additional 

software options to increase functionality of the device. 

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Service options button is protected password and unavailable for user. 

7.5. MAIN MENU 

To avoid settings against accidental or unauthorized change user has to enter the 

Password before entering configuration menu. If user set protection, then before entering 

deeper settings dialogues an ask for password is displayed. 

Fig. 7.22. Enter password dialogue 

This button invokes software keyboard window allowing enter the password. While 

password entering, letters are replaced with star signs. 

If incorrect password is entered then appropriate warning is displayed Fig. 7.23 and 

configuration is impossible. 

Fig. 7.23. Warning message after wrong password entering 

If entered password is correct then main menu selection panel appears (Fig. 7.24). 

Fig. 7.24. Main menu selection panel 

To exit from this menu (with configuration changed or not) press Exit button located in upper 

right corner of the screen. Due to configuration process operates on-line it is necessary to 

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confirm entered changes. Choice panel is displayed, and user can Save changes or Revert 

configuration to previous state. 

Fig. 7.25. Save / revert changes window 

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7.6. CONFIGURATION MENU STRUCTURE 

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General settings 

Input channels see next page 

Built-in output 

External output 

Basic 

LCD screen 

Initial view 

Language 

Date and time 

Backlight 

Screen saver 

Display mode 

Displayed group 

Automatic view change 

Levels 

Timing 

Change mode 

Setup list 

Display time 

Change timeout 

Name 

Mode 

Source 

Alarm state 

Level 

Lower level 

Upper level 

Hysteresis 

ON delay 

OFF delay 

Min. ON time 

Min. OFF time 

Lavels 

Display mode 

Displayed group 

Display time 

Add a new view 

Delete this view 

Move to pos. 

Name 

Mode = Binary output 


Source 

Alarm state 

Level 

Lower level 

Upper level 

Hysteresis 

Timing 

ON delay 

OFF delay 

Min. ON time 

Min. OFF time 

Mode = analog output 

Input levels 

Source 

Lower level 

Upper level 

Output levels 

Lower level 

Upper level 

Alarm level

General setting 

Input channel 



Profiles/timers 

Controllers 

Group 

Modbus 

Access options 

Function 

Source X 

Type of source Y 

Source Y 

X error handling 

Profiles/timers menu 


Name 

Unit 


Mode = Hardware input 

Source 

Configure source 

Mode = Hard.out.monitor 

Mode = Math function 

Function 

Mode = Controller 

Controller num. 

Set point channel 

Feedback channel 

Processing 

Displaying 

Source 

Mode = Modbus 

Port 

SLAVE device 

Device input 

Mode = Set point value 

Unit 

Set point value 

Mode = Profile/timer 

Source 

Configure source 

Scaling 

Configure scaling 

Filter type 

Filter conf. 

Format 

Precision 

Off-state text 

On-state text 

Graph low 

Graph high 

Input unit 

Scaling = linear 

Point 1 

Point 2 

Output unit 

Input value 

Output value 

Input value 

Output value 

Scaling = offset 

Value to add 

Scaling = user char. 

Output unit 

Number of points 

Edit points 

Decay constant 

Name 

Source= analog input 

Name 


Low limit 

High limit 

Source = digital input 

Filter time 

Source = Demo 


Unit 

Low limit 

High limit 

Min. simulated val. 

Max.wart.symulacji 

Period 

High state time 

Rise time 

Input value 

Output value 

Add point 

Delete point 

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Controllers 

Groups 

Modbus 



Duration 

Shape 

Final value 

Controller name 


Dead zone 

Controller parameters 

P coefficient 

I coefficient 

D coefficient 

Differentiated signal 

Controller output 

Output unit 

Offset 

Low output limit 

High output limit 


Baud rate 

Request timeout 

Request retials 


Access password 

See next page 

Name 

Tiggering mode 

Triggerin source 

Triggering times 

Idle value 

Section list 

Looping 

Return to possition 

Group 

Display option 

Channels 

Name 

Charts 

Barsi 

Line width 

Time scale 

Background 

Pozycja Slot 1 1 

Pozycja Slot 2 2 

Slot 3 

Slot 4 

Slot 5 

Slot 6 

Logging option 


Triggering source 

Description 

Base period 

Base unit 

Alternative mode 

Alt. trig. sourse 

Alternative period 

Alternative unit 

Months 

Days 

Week days 

Hours 

Minutes 

Seconds 

Logging options

General setting 

Input channel 




Controllers 

Group 

Modbus 


Register type 

Register number 

Data format 

32-bit reading 

Ordering 

Date shift 

Data mask 



Baud rate 

Request timeout 

Request retials 


Address 

Reg.num.displaying 

Channel value 

Value register 

Decimal point 

Dec. poin register 

Channel status '-HI-' 

-HI- state 

-HI- register 

-HI- value 

Channel status '-LO-' 

-LO- state 

-LO- register 

-LO- value 

Channel status '-WAIT-' 

-WAIT- state 

-WAIT- register 

-WAIT- value 

Channel status '-ERR-' 

-ERR- state 

-ERR- register 

-ERR- value 

Device type 

Load device templ. 

Device name 

Device templates 

Load device templ. 

Save device templ. 

Device channels 

Input list 

Output list 

Register blocks 

Block config. mode 

Max. Block size 

Block list 

Block type 

Register size 

First register 

Last register 

Output active 

Channel value 

Control type 

Output register 

Register number 

Data format 

32-bit reading 

Ordering 

Date mask 

Data shift 

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7.7. GENERAL SETTINGS 


General settings are used to configure main parameters of the user interface, 

appearance of the device after power up and automatic data presentation events. Figure 7.26 

shows settings of user interface: language, date and time, backlight, and screen saver. 

Fig. 7.26. General Settings – interface settings 

Figure 7.27 shows settings of initial view: Group and it's visualisation mode. If user needn't 

automatic changes of displayed group or mode then can leave Automatic view change 

disabled. If any auto operations are required then user can select one of few changing 

methods, also additional fields on the General Settings appear. 

Fig. 7.27. General Settings – Initial view settings. 

Figure 7.28 shows view of the General Settings after enabling automatic changes of 

visualisation modes or groups. Additional fields allow to select period of particular mode/group 

visibility - Display time and Change timeout (time to the first auto action after last manual 

change of the mode or group). 

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Fig. 7.28. General Settings – automatic changes of modes or groups 

If Change mode is set to detailed list mode then in place of Display time parameter an 

Setup list button is displayed (Fig. 7.29 left). After pressing this button additional submenu 

window appears, allowing defining of successive views (Fig. 7.29 right). 

Fig. 7.29. General Settings – automatic changes of modes and groups 

To create additional views use Add a new view button, to delete current view press Delete 

this view. Selection of currently edited view can be done by pressing arrows on upper bar. 

Pressing number allows to jump directly to definition of required view (appropriate number of 

views must be firstly defined). 

7.8. INPUT CHANNELS 

This sub-menu is used for configuration of Logical Channels. It is named Input 

Channels to suggest user that data (values) of defined here channels can be treated as input 

data for outputs, controllers or other Logical Channels and can be collected into a Groups for 

simultaneous visualisation. To see detailed definition of Logical Channel see Introduction to 

controller/data recorder 

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To jump directly into configuration mode of particular Logical Channel touch and 

hold for few seconds data panel of this channel on display while data visualisation. 

If password is set then user has to enter the password before entering the 

configuration. 

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7.8.1. Input Channels general settings 


There is available as much as 60 Logical Channels. Every channel has its individual name. 

To change it, simply press button next to label Name. In hardware input mode Unit is related 

to the source channels, and for Demo can be changed after pressing Configure source 

button. For Set point value mode and Controller mode unit is free definable directly from 

main window of Logical Channel configuration. If Scaling is enabled then unit can be 

redefined by Output unit parameter in scaling configuration menu (see Fig. 7.36). 

Fig. 7.30. Input channels menu – Logical Channel general settings 

Parameter Mode defines the kind of data source of the Logical Channel. User can select one 

of 8 modes – ( disabled, Hardware input, Hardware output monitor, Modbus, Set point value, 

Math function, Controller and Profile/timer). If Logical Channel is disabled then there are no 

other parameters to set. Every other mode enables different set of parameters for 

configuration. All of them enables parameters for configuration of Displaying Fig. 7.31 

Fig. 7.31. Input channels menu – two views of parameters for Displaying configuration 

Numeric format of the data can be expressed with desired precision. However user should 

remember that measurement resolution and precision of external sensors are finite, and 

usually not better than 0.1%. 

Binary format of data allow to select strings (texts) for it's on and off state. This strings can 

describe the state of sensor or output. It is possible to input any string with desired background 

and foreground colour. Also empty string (spaces) is possible, in this case the text can pretend 

kind of LED indicator. 

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Both data formats (numeric and binary) allow to define lower and upper limits of the graph. 

This parameters gives possibility to set scale of the graph values making it readable. Time 

scale of the graph is common for whole Group and can be set using Groups menu. 

7.8.2. Input Channels settings for Hardware input and Hardware output monitor modes 

When Logical Channel is switched to mode Hardware input then parameters related to 

hardware are displayed Fig. 7.32. 

Fig. 7.32. Input channels menu – parameters specific for Hardware Input mode 

Parameter source allows to select physical input channel, and button Configure Source 

enters additional panel specific for selected input source. Shortened description of 

configuration of the physical inputs are shown on Fig. 4.9-4.12 devoted to particular 

measurement modules. 

Selection of Hardware output monitor mode causes displaying configuration menu as 

presented in Fig. 7.33. 

Fig. 7.33. Input channels menu – parameters specific for Hardware Output Monitor mode 

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In both these modes there are also visible configuration parameters for Processing (Fig. 

7.34). Processing allows to recalculate incoming data (add offset or transform them according 

to linear or user defined characteristic). Panels for configuration of different types of scaling 

are presented in figures 7.35 – 7.37. 

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Fig. 7.34. Input channels menu – parameters for Processing configuration 

Fig. 7.35. Configuration of Offset type scaling 

Fig. 7.36. Configuration of Linear scaling


PRESS 

Fig. 7.37. Configuration of User characteristic scaling 

When User characteristic is selected then edition of up to 20 points is possible. Pressing 

Edit points button (fig. Fig. 7.37) invokes point configuration window. 

Filter allows to smooth incoming data. Figure 7.38 presents settings of Exponential filter 

mode. 

Fig. 7.38. Configuration of Exponential filtering 

7.8.3. Input Channels setting for Modbus mode 

Input channel parameters available for Modbus mode are presented in figure Fig. 7.39. 

Fig. 7.39. Input channels menu - parameters specific for Modbus mode 

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If you want to read a date come from external device by RS-485 you must firstly set 

parameters for MASTER mode in Modbus menu (see Modbus). Next you go to Logical channel 

and change mode to Modbus. Additionally it is necessary to choose appropriate Port, SLAVE 

device (it mean SLAVE device address) and Device input – register Slave device. 

Other enables set of group parameters for configuration into Modbus mode are Processing 

and Displaying. 

For more information about Modbus protocol implemented into Multicon PMS-110R device 

see chapter 7.14 Modbus. 

7.8.4. Input Channels settings for Math function and Set point value mode 

Multicon PMS-110R device is richly endowed with a wide variety mathematical function 

which increased functionality and range of applications device. Figure Fig. 7.40 presents 

parameters of Input channel into Math function mode. 

Fig. 7.40. Input channels menu - parameters specific for Math function mode 

In addition to basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, 

division the unit allows you to manipulate logical functions, operations on arrays, determining 

the arithmetic mean value, searching for the minimum and maximum values and many other 

functions that are described in the table below. 

Math function Describtion Example 

X+Y The sum of two channel or channel 

and constant value 

X-Y The subtraction of two channels or 

channel and a constant value 

X/Y The ratio of two channels or values 

of the channel and a constant value 

X*Y The product of two channel or values 

of the channel and a constant value 

[1] + [2] – The sum of 

channel 1 and 2 

[1] - [2] – The subtraction of 

channel 1 and 2 

[1] / [2] – The ratio of the 

channel 1 to channel 2 

[1] * [2] – The product of 

channel 1 and channel 2 

(X>0) AND (Y>0) Logical AND [1] AND [2] - result = 1, when 

the value of channel 1 and 2 

is greater than 0 

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(X>0) OR (Y>0) Logical OR [1] OR [2] – result = 1, when 

the value of channel 1 or/and 

2 is greater than 0 

(X>0) XOR (Y>0) Logical XOR [1] XOR [2] – result = 1, when 

the value of the of one 

channel is greater than 0 and 

the value of second channel 

is less than or equal to 0, 

when both channels have 

values less than or equal to 

0 or when both channels 

have values greater than 0 

then the result is 0 

SUM X[i] The sum of selected channels SUM[1,2,3,4] – The result is 

the sum of channels 1, 2, 3, 4 

MEAN X[i] The mean value of the selected 

channels. 

MULT X[i] The product of the value of the 

selected channels. 

MIN X[i] The smallest value of selected value 

of the selected channels 

MAX X[i] The largest value of selected value 

of the selected channels 

ANY X[i]>Y The result = 1 if the value of any set 

of selected channels is greater than 

the value of the channel or constant 

value Y 

ALL X[i]>Y The result = 1 if all values of 

selected channels are greater than 

the value of the channel or constant 

value Y 

ANY X[i][5] – The result 

is 1 if all values of channels 

1, 2, 3, 4 are greater than the 

value of the channel 5 

ANY[1,2,3,4][5] – The result 

is 1 if all values of channels 

1, 2, 3, 4 are less than the 

value of the channel 5 

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X[i] selected by Y The result is a value of channel from 

list of channel X which selected by 

the value of channel Y 

[1,2,3,4]selected by[5] -By 

the value of the channel 5 

corresponding value is 

selected from channels 1, 2, 

3, 4 (See the Example 7.8.7, 

Chapter 7.8.7) 

In order to settings of mathematical functions we go to the Function submenu, whose view of 

the window shown in Fig. 7.41. In submenu except the Source type parameter which allows 

choice of the channel or constant value as the value of Y, there is also the Error Handling 

parameter in which user can choose whether or not to relay error signal to the result. 

Fig. 7.41. Function submenu in the Math function mode 

A special mode of Logical Channel is Set point value mode. This one can be used for 

definition of Set points of controlling processes (see next chapter), and also as definable 

constant parameter for Math function. 

Fig. 7.42. Configuration of Math function and Set point value type source 

7.8.5. Input Channels settings for Controller mode 

To create controlling process the Logical Channel should be set in Controller mode. In this 

mode displayed Unit is fully definable, and user has to select which Controller profile has to 

be used (see menu Controllers), and also source of set point data and feedback channel 

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(input data for controlling process). Set point of control process can be driven from any 

Logical Channel, but for purposes where constant value is needed, use Set Point value type 

Logical Channel. Feedback data in controlling processes is usually a measurement signal 

from the object, so Logical Channel representing such a signal has to be defined first. Output 

of Logical Channel switched to Controller mode can drive a hardware output, and be 

visualised or used as input for other Logical Channels. 

To read more about Controllers profiles see chapter 7.12 Controllers. 

Fig. 7.43. Configuration of Controller type source 

7.8.6. Input Channels setting for Profile/timer mode 

To use this mode in the Input channel menu to select the Profile/timer mode. In this 

mode using the Source parameter user has to select which Profile/timer has to be used . 

There are two methods for configuring Profile/timer: either through a submenu Profile/timer in 

the Device configuration (see section Profile/timer) or directly in the input channel for 

Profile/timer mode by pressing the button Configure source. 

Fig. 7.44. View of the input channel configuration in Profile/timer mode 

The parameters in the Profile/timer mode are shown in Fig. 7.44. 

Details information about the Profiles/timers settings can be found in Chapter 7.11 

PROFILES/TIMERS. 

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7.8.7. Examples of Logical Channels configuration 

Example 7.8.1: 

Application of input channel in the Hardware input mode for UI4 modules (see 

the Appendix 9.1 ui4, ui8, u16, i16 - Voltage and CURENT MEASUREMENT modules)and 

Math function mode 

Lets assume that we can measure only voltage and current of some heater, but we would 

like to observe also its power. Using UI4 (voltage/current measurement module) and external 

converters it is possible to measure voltage and current higher than basic range of UI4 

module. So lets say that we have connected proper converters and connected measurement 

signal of current to hardware input A1, and voltage signal to input A7. 

First at all we define 3 Logical Channels. Enter Input Channels menu and using arrows in 

upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 20, set its name to “Current”, and Mode to 

Hardware input. Now we can select the source - “Inp. A1: Current”. Next press button 

“Configure source” to enter hardware configuration. Set appropriate unit, and limits of input 

signal, and exit hardware configuration menu. 

Then it is necessary to scale input signal, so select Scaling: linear, and configure scaling 

coefficients. Lets say - Output unit: A (ampere), Point 1 - Input value: 0 mA, Output value: 

0 A. Point 2 - Input value: 20 mA, Output value: 5 A. Exit scaling menu. 

Default displaying mode is Numeric format, and it is proper for this purpose, but precision and 

data limits should be changed – Precision: 0.0, Graph Low: 0 A, Graph High: 5.1 A. 

Logical channel 21 should be configured in similar way, but remember about other scaling 

coefficients, units and limits. 

Logical channel 22 has to represent the power emitted by the heater. The power equals to 

multiplication of voltage and current of the heater, so this channel should be set into Math 

function mode. Other parameters of this mode should be set as follow - 

Function: X*Y; Source X: Log. ch. 20:“Current”, Source Y: Log. ch. 21:”Voltage”. 

Displaying mode of Logical channel 22 should be set as for Logical channel 20 and Logical 

channel 21, preserving their proper graphs limits. We have defined logical channels. Next exit 

from the menu Input channels. 

Fig. 7.45. Logical channels configuration - Example 1 

To visualise all the data, channels must be added to some group. Using Configuration menu 

enter Groups definition submenu, and enable Group 1 (Group: enabled). Then change its 

name to e.g. “Heater”, and select sources of data to be presented. To do this move window 

over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 22:“Power”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 21:”Voltage”, Slot 3: Log. ch. 20:“Current”, 

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Slot 4: disabled, Slot 5: disabled, Slot 6: disabled. 

Next exit the menu pressing Save changes, the result should be visible as soon as first 

measurement is done. Example of screen shot with needles is in Fig. 7.45. 


Application of input channel in the Hardware input mode for tc4 modules 

(see the Appendix 9.2tc4, tc8 – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR MEASUREMENT modules) and 

Math function mode. 

This example show situation that we can measure 4 temperature in the production hale 

using the thermocouple type K. If the temperature from all sensors exceed value 140ºC, than 

in the other channel will be visible text -HI-, otherwise case will be visible text -LO-. The result 

this example must visible in one window. 

Firstly we connect sensors according to instruction. Next we define 5 Logical Channels. 

Enter Device configuration → Input Channels menu and using arrows in upper navigation 

bar select Logical Channel 1, set its name to “Thermocouple A1”, and Mode to Hardware 

input. Now we can select the source - “Inp.A1:Thermocouple”. Next press button “Configure 

source” to enter hardware configuration. Accept the default value i.e.: Mode: Thermocouple 

K, Low limit: -200ºC, High limit: 1370ºC and exit hardware configuration menu. Processing 

parameters is left unchanged. Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, and precision: 0.0 

and it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: -200 ºC, Graph High: 1370 ºC. 

Logical channel 2, 3, 4 should be configured in similar way, but remember about other name 

and Source of hardware input. The logical channel 5 represent alarm condition using in this 

case Math function mode. We set name “Alarm state”, Mode: Math function. To change 

the configuration of the function, simply press button next to label Function. In the menu 

Function we select function All X[i]>Y in the parameter Function, Source X: 

Log.ch.1:”Thermocouple A1”, Log.ch.2:”Thermocouple A2”, Log.ch.3:”Thermocouple A3”, 

Log.ch.4:”Thermocouple A4, Type of source Y: value, Source Y: 140ºC. Exit from the 

configuration menu of mathematical function. Due to we do not need any post processing its 

both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled). Next we define 

displaying mode as a Format: binary, Off-state text: we write text -LO- (we can add blue 

colour in the text editor, see Fig. 7.5), On-state text: -HI- (set the colour red) and Graph Low: 

0, Graph High: 2. We have configured 5 logical channels in the Input channels menu. Next 

exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise all the data, channels must be added to some 

group. Using Configuration menu enter Groups definition submenu, and enable Group 2 

(Group: enabled). Then change its name to e.g. “Temperature”, and select sources of data to 

be presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as 

follow - Slot 1: Log. ch. 1:“Thermocouple A1”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 2:”Thermocouple A2”, 

Slot 3: Log. ch. 3:“Thermocouple A3”, Slot 4: Log. ch. 4:“Thermocouple A4”, Slot 5: 

Log. ch. 5:“Alarm state”, Slot 6: disabled. 

Next exit the menu pressing Save changes, the result should be visible as soon as first 

measurement is done. Example of screen shot with values is in Fig. 7.46. 

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Fig. 7.46. The proposition of the result the Example 2 


Application of input channel in the Hardware input mode for RT4 modules 

(see the Appendix 9.3 rt4 – RTD MEASUREMENT module) and Math function mode. 

Having build in RT4 measurement module, simultaneous monitoring of temperature in 4 

points is possible. Lets assume that we have a small house and want to monitor temperature 

in basement, kitchen, bathroom and outside of the building. For first 2 channels we use 

PT1000 sensors with 3 wire connection, and for other PT100 with 2 and 4 wire connection. 

First of all we have to connect sensors according to module instruction. Next we can configure 

Logical Channels. After entering Input channels configuration we can configure 4 Logical 

Channels. 

Using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 32, and set its name 

“Bathroom” and mode: Hardware input. Next we can select the source. Assuming that 

sensor installed in the bathroom is connected to Physical Input A1 select this input as a 

source. Next press button Configure source to enter hardware configuration. In this panel in 

the parameter Mode select the type of the sensor and connection method PT1000 3 wire, next 

set Low Limit: -50ºC and High Limit: 600ºC. Finally exit hardware configuration. Due to we do 

not need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter 

type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Numeric format, and it is proper for this purpose, 

but we can change Precision and extend it by one digit after decimal point. Also lower and 

upper ends of graph can be changed. Lets say that temperature in bathroom can vary from 15 

to 30 degrees, so we can set such range with e.g. 5 deg of margin. (Graph low = 10.0, Graph 

high = 35.0;). 

Other logical channels (34, 36, 38) should be configured in similar way with its name: Kitchen, 

Basement and Outside, respectively. Finally there are four Logical Channels defined. Next 

exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise all the data, channels must be added to some 

group. 

Using Configuration menu enter Groups definition, and enable Group 2 (Group: enabled). 

Then change its name to e.g. “Home”, and select sources of data to be presented. To do this 

move window over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 32 “Bathroom”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 34 “Kitchen”; Slot 3: empty 

Slot 4: Log. ch. 36 “Basement”, Slot 5: Log. ch. 38 “Outside”; Slot 6: empty. 

After whole configuration exit the menu pressing Save changes, the result should be 

visible as soon as first measurement is done. Example of screen shot with bars is in Fig. 7.47. 

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Fig. 7.47. Logical channels configuration - Example 3 


Application of input channel in the Hardware output monitor mode for r45, r81 

modules (see the Appendix 9.6 r45, r81 - relay modules). 

This example consists of reading the value transferred to the output module r45. 

To can read the values transferred to the output the Multicon PMS-110R should has build-in 

outputs module e.g. r45 (except the Sound signal and Virtual relay) and has the logical 

channel that controls the output signal. 

First of all we have to connect output according to module instruction. Next we can configure 

Logical Channels. After entry to Input channels configuration we can configure Logical 

Channel. Using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 5, and set its name 

“Relay 1”. Now we can select the source – e.g. “Out.A1 : Relay” that we want to monitor. Due 

to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: 

disabled, Filter type: disabled). Because the output module r45 have binary states so we 

change the Format displaying to binary. Accept the default value i.e.: Off-state text: OFF and 

On-state text: ON and change data limits: Graph Low: 0, Graph High: 1. We have defined 

logical channel. Next exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise the data, channel must 

be added to some group. 


Then change its name to e.g. “Output monitor”, and select sources of data to be presented. 

To do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 5 “Relay 1”, Slot 2: disabled; Slot 3: disabled, Slot 4: disabled, Slot 5: 

disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 


visible as soon as first measurement is done. View the example shown in Fig. 7.47. 

Fig. 7.48. The proposition of the result the Example 4 

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Example 


7.8.5: 

Application of input channel in the Modbus mode. 

Lets assume that we want to measure the temperature by TRS-01a device and want read the 

temperature via the Multicon PMS-110R. We know that the register that reads the 

temperature is number 1 and is assigned the first address. 

The first step is to configure appropriate parameters for the Modbus (Master) menu (see 

Chapter 7.14 Modbus and Example 7.14.1 in Chapter 7.14.1) e.i. baud rate, the definition of 

SLAVE device, etc. Next we define the Logic channel in Modbus mode. After entry to Input 

channels configuration we can configure Logical Channel. Using arrows in upper navigation 

bar select Logical Channel 1, and set its name i.e. “Temperature”. Then select the 

appropriate Port (MB1), then select SLAVE device: Addr.1:”Temperature”. In the next step we 

set parameter Device input: Inp.1 :HR 1h, b.0-15. Due to we do not need any post 

processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled) but 

we can add a unit going to the Scaling submenu and using option linear. Press Configure 

scaling button to set the parameter Output unit. Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, 

and precision: 0.0, it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: -50 ºC, Graph High: 600 ºC. We 

have defined logical channel. Next exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise the data, 

channel must be added to some group. Using Configuration menu enter Groups definition, 

and enable Group 1 (Group: enabled). Then change its name to e.g. “TRS-01a”, and select 

sources of data to be presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels 

and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 1 “Temperature”, Slot 2: disabled; Slot 3: disabled, Slot 4: disabled, Slot 

5: disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 


visible as soon as first measurement is done. 

Example 

7.8.6: 

Application of input channel in the Math function mode. 

In this example we calculate the mean value from logic channels 1, 2, 6, 7, 22, 23, 25 and 30. 

In these channels are values from thermocouple sensors that are located around the furnace. 

Firstly we connect sensors according to instruction (see Appendix 9.2 tc4, tc8 – 

THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR MEASUREMENT modules). Next we defined Logical Channels. 

We enter to the Device configuration → Input Channels menu and using arrows in upper 

navigation bar select Logical Channel 1, set its name to “Thermocouple A1”, and Mode to 

Hardware input. Now we can select the source - “Inp.A1:Thermocouple”. Next press button 

“Configure source” to enter hardware configuration. Accept the default value i.e.: Mode: 

Thermocouple K, Low limit: -200ºC, High limit: 1370ºC and exit the hardware configuration 

menu. Processing parameters is left unchanged. Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, 

and precision: 0.0 and it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: -200 ºC, Graph High: 

1370 ºC. 

Logical channel 2, 6, 7, 22, 23, 25, 30 should be configured in similar way, but remember 

about other name and Source of hardware input. 

In the next step we define Logic channel for the mathematical function. Using arrows in 

upper navigation bar select Logic channel 3 and change mode to the Math function. Set its 

name “Mean”. Next we enter to the menu Function and select in the parameter Function the 

function Mean X[i]. Then in the parameter Source X select all the channel than we want to 

calculate the mean value: 1, 2, 6, 7, 22, 23, 25, 30. We select the option errors forwarded to 

result in the X error handling parameter because we want to be informed about any alarm 

state. Due to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled 

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(Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, and 

precision: 0.0 and it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: 0, Graph High: 300. We have 

defined logical channels. Next exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise the data, 

channel must be added to some group. Using Configuration menu enter Groups definition, 

and enable Group 1 (Group: enabled). Then change its name to e.g. “Mean”, and select 

sources of data to be presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels 

and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 3 “Mean”, Slot 2: disabled; Slot 3: disabled, Slot 4: disabled, Slot 5: 

disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 


visible as soon as you exit the menu. 

Example 

7.8.7: 

Application of input channel in the Math function mode. 

This example explain mathematical function X[i]select by Y. We create a function that selects 

a value from among the 4 logical channels depending on channel Y. 

Lets assume that we measure the temperature by thermocouple sensor and the result in the 

four logical channels 1, 2, 3, 4, respectively in the Hardware input mode. Logical channel 5 is 

defined as Source Y in the Set point value mode. The Logical channel 6 we set in the Math 

function mode. 

First, we defined Logical Channels. We enter to the Device configuration → Input 

Channels menu and using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 1, set its 

name to “Value 1”, and Mode to Hardware input. Now we can select the source - 

“Inp.A1:Thermocouple”. Next press button “Configure source” to enter hardware 

configuration. Accept the default value i.e.: Mode: Thermocouple K, Low limit: -200ºC, High 

limit: 1370ºC and exit hardware configuration menu. Processing parameters is left unchanged. 

The Displaying parameters for this channel are not important because we want to display only 

channel with a mathematical function. 

Logical channel 2, 3, 4 should be configured in similar way, but remember about other 

names and sources. 

Logical channel 5 defines Source Y in mathematical function. using arrows in upper 

navigation bar select Logical Channel 5, set its name to “Source Y”, and Mode to Set 

point value. The parameter Unit sets empty and in the Set point value parameter we enter 

the value in the range of 0 to 5. The Displaying parameters for this channel are not important 

because we want to display only channel with a mathematical function. 

After configuration channels for sensors and Set point values mode we define a channel with 

a mathematical function. 

Using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 6, set its name to “Math 

function”, and Mode to Math function. To change the configuration of the function, simply 

press button next to label Function. In the menu Function we select function All X[i]>Y in the 

parameter Function, Source X: Log.ch.1:”Value 1”, Log.ch.2:”Value 2”, Log.ch.3:”Value 3”, 

Log.ch.4:”Value4”, Source Y: select the logical channel 5. Exit from the configuration menu of 

mathematical function. Due to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can be 

disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Format: 

Numeric, and precision: 0.0 and it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: 0 ºC, Graph High: 

100. Using Configuration menu enter Groups definition, and enable Group 1 (Group: 

enabled). Then change its name to e.g. “Select the channel”, and select sources of data to 

be presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as 

follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 6 “Math function”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 5 “Source Y”; Slot 3: disabled, Slot 4: 

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disabled, Slot 5: disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 


visible as soon as you exit the menu. The results of this mathematical function is shown in the 

table below. 

Example 

The value of the 

source Y 

Result 

≤0 The value of the channel 1 

(0,1> The value of the channel 2 

(1,2> The value of the channel 3 

>2 The value of the channel 4 

7.8.8: 

Application of input channel in the Controller mode. 

The example is the temperature control that sets point is value of the Logical channel 

(constant value 85ºC) and the feedback signal come from the sensor Pt100. 

The first step is to configure appropriate parameters for the Controllers menu (sets first 

Controller its name to “Controller 1”, see Chapter 7.12 Controllers and Example 7.12.1 to 

know how to do it). 

Next we defined Logical Channels. We enter to the Device configuration → Input 

Channels menu and using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 1, set its 

name to “Value”, and Mode to Set point value. The parameter Unit sets ºC and in the Set 

point value parameter we enter a value of 85ºC. Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, 

and precision: 0, Graph Low: 0, Graph High: 300. Next we defined the Logical channel 2 

sets in the Hardware input mode and name:”Sensor”. Assuming that sensor is connected to 

Physical Input A1 select this channel as a source. Next press button Configure source to 

enter hardware configuration: we select Pt100 mode and Low Limit:-50ºC High Limit:600ºC. 

Due to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: 

disabled, Filter type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, and precision: 

0.0 and it is proper for this purpose, Graph Low: 0, Graph High: 300. The Logical channel 3 

sets in the Controller mode, and name “Controller”. We set unit: mA. The parameter 

Controller number we set the Controller 1 to defined before, a parameter Set point channel 

we select Logical channel 1 and parameter Feedback channel select Logical channel 2. 

Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, and precision: 0.0 and it is proper for this 

purpose, Graph Low: 0 ºC, Graph High: 20. We have defined logical channels. Next exit from 

the menu Input channels. To visualise the data, channels must be added to some group. 


Then change its name to e.g. “The temperature control”, and select sources of data to be 

presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 3 “Controller”, Slot 2:Log. ch. 1 “Value”; Slot 3:Log. ch. 2 “Sensor”, Slot 

4: disabled, Slot 5: disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 



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Example 


7.8.9: 

Application of input channel in the Profile/timer mode. 

Create the Profile/timer in the logical channel 1 in the edge (once) triggering mode. Trigger 

source is logical channel 2 is connected to hardware input from voltage/current module UI4. 

Profile consists of 4 sections: 1. ramp from 0 to 10 in 5 seconds, 2. constant value 8 in 2 

seconds, 3. ramp from 8 to 4 in 3 seconds and 4. constant value 4 in 1 seconds. Idle value is 0 

and looping is disabled. 

We enter to the Device configuration → Input Channels menu and using arrows in upper 

navigation bar select Logical Channel 1 and set its mode to Hardware input and name 

“Triggering”. Next we can select the current source Physical Input A1. - “Inp. A1: Current”. 

Next press button “Configure source” to enter hardware configuration. Set mode: Current 0- 

20mA, Low limit: 0mA, High limit: 20mA and exit hardware configuration menu. Due to we do 

not need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter 


but precision and data limits should be changed – Precision: 0.0, Graph Low: 0 mA, Graph 

High: 20 mA. In the next step we define Profile/timer. There are two methods to configure 

Profiles/timers, first in the Profiles/timers menu (see Chapter 7.11 PROFILES/TIMERS and 

Example 7.11.1) and second in the Logical channel in the Profile/timer mode. We choose a 

second method. Using arrows in upper navigation bar select the Logical channel 2 and select 

the Profile/timer mode and as source select not yet defined Profile 1. Sets its name “Profile 

1” We enter Configure source and select edge (once) in the parameter Triggering mode. In 

the parameter Triggering source we select Logical channel 1 ”Triggering”. Idle value sets to 

0, the parameter Looping as a disabled. We go to Section list menu by pressing the button. 

In the menu the mark '+' means adding new section and mark '-' - delete selected a section. In 

the block of parameters: Duration, Shape and Final value we set appropriate values is 

defined above e.g. first section: Duration 5s, Shape: ramp and Final value: 10. Exit from the 

configuration source. Due to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can be 

disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Format: 

Numeric, and precision: 0, Graph Low: 0 ºC, Graph High: 20. 

We have defined logical channel. Next exit from the menu Input channels. To visualise the 

data, channel must be added to some group. 


Then change its name to e.g. “User Profile”, and select sources of data to be presented. To 

do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 1 “Triggerin”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 2 “Profile 1”; Slot 3: disabled, Slot 4: 

disabled, Slot 5: disabled; Slot 6: disabled. 



7.9. BUILT-IN OUTPUTS 

This menu is related directly to outputs available in the current hardware configuration. 

Basic configuration contains Sound signal output (buzzer) and 16 Virtual relays. Virtual 

relays were implemented to allow construction of simple logical operations on the input data 

without involving physical outputs. If any output modules are installed into the device then list 

of available outputs is lengthened. View of main settings panel related to outputs is in figure 

7.49. Parameter Source defines the source of data for output controlling, and parameter 

Alarm state defines the state of output in case of alarm state in source channel. If channel is 

disabled, then no additional parameters are visible, other modes cause displaying of two 

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groups of parameters specific to particular modes: Levels (Fig. 7.50) and Timing (Fig. 7.51). 

Using arrows located in upper bar user can switch between successive outputs for 

configuration. Use of middle button with a number allows to jump directly to required channel. 

To check list of build in modules enter Device information panel, and read 

description of slots. 

State of physical outputs can be used as source for Logical Channels (for details see 

paragraph Input channels) 

Fig. 7.49. Main settings of disabled (left) and enabled (right) output 

7.9.1. Output Mode specific parameters 

Every output can be switched to one of 5 modes (disabled, above level, below level, 

inside range and outside range). Left side of Fig. 7.50 shows parameters related to single 

threshold of modes ”above level” and ”below level”. Right side for windows in modes “inside 

range” and “outside range”. In Fig. 7.51, common for all modes, timing parameters are 

presented. 

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Fig. 7.50. Configuration of Levels for different modes


Fig. 7.51. Configuration of timing for different modes 

7.9.2. Output Mode specific parameters for Passive current output 

To enable particular output enter Main menu -> Build-in outputs, and select an output to be 

set, then a menu showed below appears. 

Fig. 7.52. Menu of the Passive current output 

Visible in Fig. 7.52 fields Name and Unit are fixed by software and type of hardware build-in 

output features. Field Source defines the Logical channel used to control current output value. 

Data from this source is recalculated according to parameters gathered into two groups: Input 

levels and Output levels. 

Data entered as „Input levels” has the same unit as selected Logical channel (in picture 

above Logical Channels 1 has no unit), and data in group „Output levels” has unit depending 

on particular output type (for current output „mA”). This four coefficients describe transmission 

equation (linear). In other words: Output Lower level defines what current should be 

generated when selected channel value equals Input Lower level, and Output Upper level 

defines current generated when input equals Input Upper level. If user set data as in picture 

above then output directly generates current equal to input value. Parameter „Alarm level” 

defines current generated when selected source generates any error value (e.g. there is no 

data, or result exceeds permissible measurement range). 

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7.9.3. 


Fig. 7.53. Other parameters of the Passive current output 

Examples of build-in output configurations 


Application of the output for r45, r81 modules (see Appendix 9.6 r45, r81 - 

relay modules). 

Let's say that we would like to control temperature in some room by switching ON and OFF an 

electric heater. The temperature be measured using PT-100 sensor and RT4 input module, 

and let the heater be controlled using internal 5A relay (R45 module). 

To realize such task it is necessary to define at least one Logical channel. First, we defined 

Logical Channels. We enter to the Device configuration → Input Channels menu and 

using arrows in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 1, and set its name 

“Temperature” and mode: Hardware input. Next we can select the source. Assuming that 

sensor installed in the room is connected to Physical Input A1 select this input as a source. 

Next press button Configure source to enter hardware configuration. In this panel in the 

parameter Mode select the type of the sensor and connection method PT100, next set Low 

Limit: -50ºC and High Limit: 600ºC. Finally exit hardware configuration. Due to we do not 

need any post processing its both parameters can be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter 


but we can change Precision and extend it by one digit after decimal point. Also lower and 

upper ends of graph can be changed. Lets say that temperature in the room can vary from 18 

to 27 degrees, so we can set such range with e.g. 3 deg of margin. (Graph low = 15.0, Graph 

high = 30.0;). We have defined logical channel. Next exit from the menu Input channels. 

Then we define hardware output. We enter to the Device configuration → Build-in outputs 

menu and using arrows or pressing middle button with a number in upper navigation bar select 

Output 1. Then switch its mode to “below level” (heating), and define source of input data as 

follows Source: Log. ch. 1 “Temperature”. Select the Alarm state: immed.OFF which will 

switch off the heater when the sensor is damaged. Finally define desired Level of switching - 

23, and the Hysteresis - 2. To prevent relay against often switching it is possible and set 

minimal ON and OFF times and delays. Save the changes to finish the configuration. From this 

moment Relay C1 will be switched ON when temperature in controlled room drop below 

assumed level (minus Hysteresis) and OFF when temperature is higher then this level plus 

Hysteresis. 

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Application of output for IO2, IO4 modules (see the Appendix 9.7IO2, IO4 – 

PASSIVE CURRENT OUTPUT). 

Assume that Logical Channel 1 indicates pressure in range 100 – 500 bars, and its result 

should be regenerated to current output in corresponding range „4-20mA”. 

We enter to the Device configuration → Build-in outputs menu and using arrows or 

pressing middle button with a number in upper navigation bar select output you want to use 

e.g. Output 1. Next set: Source: Logical Channel 1, (then unit of Input Levels will be changed 

automatically to ”bar”), Input Lower level: 100 bar, Input Upper level: 500 bar, Output 

Lower level: 4 mA, Output Upper level: 20 mA, Alarm Level: 3.5mA 

Due to fact that output is passive type, it is required to power the current loop. Schematic is 

shown in the Fig. 9.7. Note that polarisation of IO2 and IO4 outputs has no matter. 

7.10. EXTERNAL OUTPUTS 

This menu is related to the send date using Modbus communication protocol from the 

Multicon PMS-110R to SLAVE device. Here it is determined what will be send to other device 

while the configuration for Modbus Master mode (for example baud rate, active output register 

list and etc.) can be found in the Modbus menu (see Chapter 7.14 Modbus). In the absence of 

active or configured on the Modbus outputs in External output menu reads “The list is empty”. 

View the External output menu when is active and configured created for 2 types of control: as 

a relay (binary) or as a linear output (analog) is shown in Fig. 7.54. 

Fig. 7.54. View the external output in two types: as a relay and a linear output 

Using arrows located in upper bar user can switch between successive external outputs for 

configuration. Use of middle button with a number allows to jump directly to required output. 

To recognize external output is visible a description (blue colour) Communication port, 

Device and Output channel. Further parameters are dependent on the type of control. For 

the linear output the next parameter is the Source which indicates the source of date 

destination for transmission. The next block of parameters is Input levels and Output levels. 

Input levels limited range of date input while output levels scaling this date. Alarm level 

parameter set selected value in alarm situation for example if are exceeded the upper and 

lower limit of measuring range or if the sensor is damaged. For Modbus output configured as a 

relay type of control the first parameter is Mode. If the Mode is set to inactive than the 

additional parameters are not visible, other modes cause displaying of two groups of 

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parameters specific to particular modes: Levels (Fig. 7.50) and Timing (Fig. 7.51). 

Parameter Source defines the source of data for output controlling, and parameter Alarm 

state defines the state of output in case of alarm state in source channel. 

7.10.1. Examples of external output configurations 

Example 

7.10.1: 

Application of external output for protocol Modbus in the MASTER mode. 

Lets assume that we want to send the date to TRS-10a (the indicator) by protocol Modbus. We 

know the address (address 5) of the SLAVE device and a registry number (register 1). 

The first step is to configure appropriate parameters for the Modbus (Master) menu (see 

Chapter 7.14 Modbus and Example 7.14.2) i.e. baud rate, the definition of SLAVE device (the 

output must be a linear type), etc. Next we define the Logic channel. After entry to Input 

channels configuration we can configure Logical Channel using arrows or pressing middle 

button with a number in upper navigation bar select Logical Channel 1. Sets its name to 

“Date”, and Mode to Set point value. The parameter Unit sets empty and in the Set point 

value parameter we enter the value e.g. “10”. Default displaying mode is Format: Numeric, 

and precision: 0, Graph Low: 0, Graph High: 300. Next exit from Input channels menu and go 

to the External outputs menu. 

Using arrows or pressing middle button with a number in upper navigation bar select External 

output that you want to define – search Comm. Port MB1 (MASTER), Device: Addr.5:”TRS- 

10a”, Output channel: Out.1:HR 1h,b.0-15. Next we select source Log.ch. 1:”Date”. Than we 

set Input levels. Because in the Logical channel 1 we set displaying range of 0 to 300 than in 

the Input levels we set parameters: Lower level: 0 and Upper level: 300. Due to we want 

linear output without scaling than we set Output levels: Lower level 0 and Upper level 300. 

Alarm level we set to 0. 


visible as soon as you exit the menu. 

7.11. PROFILES/TIMERS 

Profiles/timers were created to generate signals defined by the user. The View of the 

configuration window is shown in Fig. 7.55. 

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Fig. 7.55. View of the configuration Profiles/timers window


Using arrows located in upper bar user can switch between successive Profiles/timers for 

configuration. Use of middle button with a number allows to jump directly to required 

Profile/timer. The basic parameters are Name, Idle value, that is set after execution 

profile/timer, Section list in which the user can define the signal consist maximal 100 

sections, using Duration, Shape of signal (constant value or ramp) and Final value of section. 

Parameter Looping has 3 options to choose: disabled, counted and Infinite. Parameter 

Return to position allows you to select the starting position the next repetition of a defined 

profile/timer. Other parameters are variable depending on the Triggering mode parameter: 

Triggering source and Triggering times. Profiles/timers may occur in the five trigger modes: 

disabled, level (gate), edge (once), edge (retrig.) and on time. Disabled means that the 

Profile/timer on this number is off. Level (gate) means that configured by the user process will 

be triggered by a level higher than zero. Edge (once) means that after the triggering of the 

increasing edge of the profile executes the entire profile regardless of the frequency of the 

signal triggering. However, option trigger edge (retrig) means that this profile will be generate 

from the start of each incoming trigger source regardless of whether the profile has been 

finished or not. User-defined waveforms in the above-described modes are activated 

Triggering Source parameter. Last possible to choose the mode: on time set the signal starts 

with the Triggering times parameter. View of the configuration for parameter on time is 

shown in Fig. 7.56. 

Fig. 7.56. View of the configuration on time 

Use this parameter with an accuracy of one second, we can set time to generate the specified 

profile/timer. Options allow you to generate a recurring run at a specified time period, which 

can be programmed so that such course of generate in the month of March and June from 3 to 

24 on weekdays at 7.00 to 15.00, every minute every 30 seconds. To change it, simply press 

button next to label Name. When near to any parameters in triggering times menu will be 

marking '----' this means is that no option is selected and the output signal does not appear 

even set other parameters. Generation signal in on time mode is similar to the edge (once) - 

mode, i.e. after the triggering time of generating signal executes the entire defined signal 

regardless of the frequency of the time triggering. 

7.11.1. 

Example 

Examples of Profile/timer configurations 

7.11.1: 

Application of the Profiles/timers. 

This example describe the way to create the Profile in the logical channel 1 in level (gate) 

trigger mode. Triggering source of the Profile is the logical channel 2, which is set to hardware 

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input – i.e. current input A1 (UI4). The Profile consists of 4 sections: 1. ramp from 0 to 10 in 5 

seconds, 2. constant value 8 in 2 seconds, 3. ramp from 8 to 4 in 3 seconds and 4. constant 

value 4 in 1 seconds. Idle value is 0 and the loop is disabled. 

There are two methods to configure Profiles/timers, first in the Profiles/timers menu and 

second in the Logical channel in the Profile/timer mode. In this case presents the first 

method. We enter to the Device configuration → Profiles/timers menu and using arrows or 

pressing middle button with a number in upper navigation bar select Profile/timer 1. Next we 

can change the name to “My Profile”. We select level (gate) in the parameter Triggering 

mode. In the parameter Triggering source we select Logical channel 1 ”Triggering” which 

be defined later. Idle value sets to 0, the parameter Looping as a disabled. We go to Section 

list menu by pressing the button. In the menu the mark '+' means adding new section and 

mark '-' - delete selected a section. In the block of parameters: Duration, Shape and Final 

value we set appropriate values as defined above e.g. first section: Duration 5s, Shape: ramp 

and Final value: 10. Exit from the configuration source. 

In the next point enter Input channels menu and define logical channel in the 

Profile/timer mode and select the Profile (“My Profile”) that is configured above. Finally, after 

defining the Logical channel and add to the Group the result should be visible in the display. 

The second method is described in section 7.8.7 Examples of Logical Channels configuration 

in the Example 7.8.9 

7.12. CONTROLLERS 

Although most controlling processes can be realised using simple ON - OFF mode, there 

is sometimes necessity of application of more advanced way of driving the actuators. 

Designers of Multicon PMS-110R implemented 5 PID controllers profiles which can be used 

by any Logical Channel switched in Controller mode. In the system is available 8 controllers. 

Using arrows located in upper bar user can switch between successive Controllers for 

configuration. Use of middle button with a number allows to jump directly to required 

Controller. 

Fig. 7.57. Main configuration of an Controller profile 

Every controller profile can be set in one of three modes: PD (proportional-differentiate), PI 

(proportional-integrate), PID (proportional-integrate-differentiate). Selection of desired Mode 

enables presentation of appropriate coefficients - P, I, D and also selection of differentiated 

signal while PD and PID mode (see Fig. 7.58). 

Dead zone parameter determines how much different between previous and current process 

value to starting generate the controlled signal. 

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Parameter Differentiated signal has 2 options: feedback (measured) and error (deviation). 

Feedback (measured) option which is also the default option we use when to feedback 

channel (see section 7.8.5 Input Channels settings for Controller mode) we connect the 

signal from detector. In this case Multicon PMS-110R can automatic computing the error 

signal (deviation) and generate control signal, respectively. When using options error 

(deviation) than to the feedback channel is give converted off-set of measurement and control 

devices Multicon PMS-110R set on the basis of the output signal. 

Fig. 7.58. Configuration panel of Controller parameters 

The set of Controller's output parameters are independent on selected type of Controller – 

see figure 7.59. Values in fields: Offset, Low output limit, High output limit are expressed 

with unit entered in field Output unit. Changes of this parameter causes changes in all three 

boxes. Parameters Low output limit and High output limit set a range of the control signal. 

7.12.1. 

Fig. 7.59. Controller output configuration parameters 

Examples of Controller configurations 


Application of the Controllers (see Chapter 7.12 Controllers for more 

information about the parameters of Controllers) 

Lets assume that we want to configure Controller in the PID mode which controls 

temperature in the room. The signal from temperature sensor PT100 is connected to Logical 

channel 1. The Controller controls the passive current output generating a signal in the range 

of 4 to 12mA to control the heater. 

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We enter to the Device configuration → Controllers menu and using arrows in upper 

navigation bar select Controller 1. Next we set the name e.g. “Controller”. In the parameter 

Mode we select PID. Dead zone parameter we set to 0. Next we set the Controller 

parameters block as follows – P coefficient: 0.8, I coefficient: 0.1, D coefficient: 0.05, 

Differentiated signal we select the feedback (measured). However, the Controller output 

block of parameters we set as follows: Output unit: mA, Offset: 0, Low output limit:4mA, 

High output limit: 12mA. Exit from the Controllers menu. 

In the next point enter Input channels menu and define Logical channel 1 using arrows 

in upper navigation bar, and select Set point value mode. Parameter Name set to “Set point”, 

parameter Unit set to ºC and in the Set point value parameter we enter the value 23. Default 

displaying mode is Numeric format, and it is proper for this purpose, but precision and data 

limits should be changed – Precision: 0.0, Graph Low: 15 ºC, Graph High: 30 ºC. 

Next we define Logical channel 2 by setting name “Room” and mode: Hardware input. Next 

we can select the source. Assuming that sensor installed in the room is connected to Physical 

Input A1 select this input as a source. Next press button Configure source to enter hardware 

configuration. In this panel in the parameter Mode select the type of the sensor and 

connection method PT100, next set Low Limit: -50ºC and High Limit: 600ºC. Finally exit 

hardware configuration. Due to we do not need any post processing its both parameters can 

be disabled (Scaling: disabled, Filter type: disabled). Default displaying mode is Numeric 

format, and it is proper for this purpose, but we can change Precision and extend it by one 

digit after decimal point. Also lower and upper ends of graph can be changed. Lets say that 

temperature in room can vary from 15 to 25 degrees, so we can set such range with e.g. 5 deg 

of margin. (Graph low = 10.0, Graph high = 30.0). 

In the next point define Logical channel 3 by setting name “Controller” and mode: 

Controller. We set Unit parameter to mA. In the Controller num. parameter select the 

Controller 1 (1.PID:”Controller”). In the Set point channel parameter we set Logical 

channel 1, Feedback channel parameter we set to Logical channel 2. In the Displaying 

block of parameters we set Numeric format, change Precision extend it by one digit after 

decimal point. We set Graph low: 0 and Graph high to 20. 

To control the temperature in the room we need to connect the signal from the controller to 

appropriate output control e.g. heating. For this purpose we use the Passive current output. 

We enter to the Device configuration → Build-in outputs menu and using arrows or 

pressing middle button with a number in upper navigation bar select output you want to use 

e.g. Output 1. Next set: Source: Logical Channel 3, (then unit of Input Levels will be changed 

automatically to ”mA”), Input Lower level: 4 mA, Input Upper level: 12 mA, Output Lower 

level: 4 mA, Output Upper level: 12 mA, Alarm Level: 4 mA. 

We have defined logical channel and build-in output. To visualise the data, channel must be 

added to some group. 


Then change its name to e.g. “Temperature controller”, and select sources of data to be 

presented. To do this move window over parameters called Channels and set them as follow - 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 1 “Set point”, Slot 2: Log. ch. 2 “Room”; Slot 3: Log. ch. 3 “Controller”, 

Slot 4: empty, Slot 5: empty; Slot 6: empty. 



Due to fact that output is passive type, it is required to power the current loop. Schematic is 

shown in the Fig. 9.7. Note that polarisation of IO2 and IO4 outputs has no matter. 

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7.13. GROUPS 


As it was mentioned Groups are the sets of 1-6 Logical Channels collected together for 

clearance. To see detailed definition of Group see Introduction to controller/data recorder. 

7.13.1. Groups configuration 

Every group can be obviously disabled or enabled. When disabled then no other 

parameters for configuration are available. Enabled group has a lot of parameters to make it 

characteristic and easy for identification. Parameters are gathered into three sets – one related 

to all Logical Channels visible in a Group, and second related to main appearance of the 

Group and third related to logging date into Group. 

Fig. 7.60 shows main parameters of the Group – individual Name, orientation of 

displayed Bars and Charts, and also Line width, Time Scale and Background colour of the 

charts. These parameters are related to all visible channels. 

Fig. 7.60. Group configuration panel – main parameters 

To allow configuration of Logical Channel position and size of their data panels a visualisation 

slots were predefined. Fig. 7.61 shows sight of Channels configuration for a Groups. 

Positions of particular “slots” are fixed, but by disabling and enabling neighbouring slots it is 

possible to change size and position (in some range) of desired “slot”. Using this method user 

can get many different visualisation modes. 

Fig. 7.61. Group configuration panel – Channels (visualisation slots) configuration 

The Logging options block parameters is demonstrate in the Fig. 7.62. Parameter Mode 

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allow to choose if we want to logging or not, or option always logging or a logging triggering by 

channel in the Triggering source parameter. Description parameter allows to describe the 

logging, Record period parameter through parameter Unit sets how much per second, 

minute, hour is repeat login of date. Alternative source allow choose other sets of logging 

configuration when user wants to set additional advanced options of the logging. 

Fig. 7.62. The Logging options block parameters 

7.13.2. Examples of visualisations of groups 

Example 

7.13.1: 

Single channel - one big needle. 

If user needs to visualise single hardware input value it is necessary to define one Logical 

channel and one Group with one active channel. Moreover to show incoming data as a single 

big needle (Fig. 7.63) it is necessary to disable all unused visualisation slots in a Group. 

Of course other presentation modes are also available, to switch between modes use [MODE] 

buttons in Navigation bar. 

Example 

Fig. 7.63. Single big needle example 

7.13.2: 

Three channels view - one bigger, two smaller 

If some measured parameters are more important then other there are some ways to 

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emphasis them. Lets assume then the pressure in some chamber is key parameter, and 

temperature and humidity are less important. The process of Multicon PMS-110R 

configuration starts with definition of 3 Logical Channels – one for every parameter. Their 

sources should be in this example a Hardware inputs with appropriate scaling and definition 

of units. Defined channels should be collected into one group. The key matter for desired 

presentation is configuration of slots sources in the group. 

Example view of assumed problem is showed in Fig. 7.64. To get such result slots of the group 

should be set as follow: 

Slot 1: Log. ch. 7 “Pressure”; 

Slot 2: disabled; 

Slot 3: disabled; 

Slot 4: Log. ch. 9 “Temperature”; 

Slot 5: Log. ch. 1 “Humidity”; 

Slot 6: disabled. 

Fig. 7.64. Example of three channels presentation with emphasis of Pressure 

Switching between modes it is noticeable that position of particular channels can slightly vary. 

It is caused by aspect of different modes – their position is selected in that way to obtain 

elements of particular data panels as big as possible. 

7.14. MODBUS 

Basic version of Multicon PMS-110R has build in one RS-485 communication port. In the 

most expanded versions as much as 3 serial ports are available These interfaces can be 

configure to fulfil user requirements. For today only MODBUS RTU protocol is available, and 

device can operate as SLAVE to be read by some Host. Configuration panel for Modbus is 

presented in Fig. 7.65. 

SLAVE mode has two parameters, Baud rate and address of the device. Master mode 

configuration is shown in Fig. 7.66. 

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Fig. 7.65. Configuration parameters for SLAVE mode 

Fig. 7.66. Configuration parameters for Modbus mode 

For Master mode parameters are: Baud rate, Request timeout, Request retrials, Slave 

devices and Numbers of registers, where by choosing one of these options in hex (addition 

the letter 'h' to a number of register) / decimal, we can change the visualization of register 

number which be shown in the input and output channel for a better and faster localization the 

SLAVE device. 

Slave devices menu has parameters: Device type, Device name, and three groups of 

parameters: a group of Device templates, consisting of Load device template and Save device 

template, a group of Device channels with the parameters List of input and output and a group 

of Register block consisting of a parameter Blocks configuration mode, maximum block size 

and Block list. All these parameters are shown in Fig. 7.67. 

Using arrows located in upper bar user can switch between successive Modbus address for 

configuration. Use of middle button with a number allows to jump directly to required address. 

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Fig. 7.67. Configuration parameters for Slave device menu 

Load device template parameter allows you to download the configuration settings file ready I 

/ O SLAVE devices and a list of blocks, and Save device template parameter stores the userdefined 

configuration settings for I / O SLAVE devices and a list of blocks. Template edition 

panel is shown in the Fig. 7.68. 

Fig. 7.68. Template edition panel 

This button invokes software keyboard window allowing write or search the 

template name. 

This button allow to delete selected template. 

Navigation keys allow select appropriate template. 

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Menu parameter Input list the SLAVE device is presented in Fig. 7.69. 

Fig. 7.69. View of the Input list menu 

Input list consists of five groups of parameters: Channel value, Channel status '-HI-', 

Channel Status ', LO-', Channel Status '-WAIT-', Channel Status '-ERR-'. Value register 

menu of Channel value group of parameters is shown in Fig. 7.70. 

Fig. 7.70. View of the Register value parameter 

For this menu, we have parameters: Register type (default HOLDING), Register number 

slaves device, Data format depending on the register (if you choose the option the 32 bits that 

extracts an additional parameter of how to obtain this length of words or as two 16-bit registers 

or maybe as one 32-bit). We also have the opportunity to change the order of bytes 

transferred, shift of data and the imposition of the mask data. The next parameter is Decimal 

point which allow to set a constant value or use the Point register. Configuration the 

parameter of Point register is similar to Register value. When we wand to SLAVE device alert 

us of transmission errors and, if such a device has the ability to analyze error, then we can 

take of the 4 groups that read the parameters of the status register -HI-, -LO-, -WAIT-, -ERR-. 

To set up such a signal about the state of errors, respectively set three parameters: State 

which can be an option never then it is turned off, if register = value, or if register ≠ value. 

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When you want to masked status register value is equal to or different from the constant value, 

the parameter register for alarm signal where we choose the masked of status register and the 

masked value parameter for the alarm signal. 

Output list is shown in Fig. 7.72. 

Fig. 7.71. View of the Output list menu 

To output was visible on the outside, this should be activated by the output parameter Output 

active. Output can be generate of two types – Control type: as a relay or as a linear output. 

The third parameter is the Output register, which the menu is presented in Fig. 7.72 

Fig. 7.72. View of the Register output parameter 

The parameters of Output register are the similar as the Input register. The last block of 

parameters for the SLAVE device is the Register blocks, which depending on the 

configuration blocks mode can be 2 or 3 parameters. The default configuration mode is 

automatic mode which, by the parameter Maximal block size automatically configures optimal 

list of blocks for the inputs and outputs configuration. In this mode the parameter Block list is 

only for to browse the available blocks, you can not change anything. When you choose 

manual configuration mode, the user must configure the block list from a input and output list. 

Menu of block list is shown in Fig. 7.73. Menu Block list has 4 parameters: Block type we 

set the block to read or write registers, Registers size parameter defines the size of the two 

registers: 16 and 32-bit, parameters First and the Last register determine the queue reading 

and write writing registers. 

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Fig. 7.73. View of the Block list parameter 

7.14.1. Examples of Modbus protocol configurations 

Example 

7.14.1: 

Configuration of the Modbus Input in the MASTER mode. 

In this example we show how to configure the Input channel of SLAVE device, e.g. for TRS- 

04a device with address 3. We read the Register 1, Register 5 is the Decimal point 

register, Register 2 is the Status register which the value of 80h means that the temperature 

measurement exceeds the 85ºC. 

In the first step we enter the Modbus → SLAVE device menu. We select by using arrows in 

upper navigation bar the appropriate address of SLAVE device (address 3). Device type 

parameter we set to defined or we can use predefined template with available settings for 

TRS-04a device by pressing Load device templates button. In this example we use first case 

when the SLAVE device is defined by user. Next we go to the block parameters Device 

channel and pressing the Input list button. In the Input list menu to open new input channel 

we press a button '+'. When we want to delete a channel press the button '-'. After adding the 

new input channel need to set appropriate parameters. Parameter Value register we set like 

in the Fig. 7.74. Next we exit from Value register menu. 

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Fig. 7.74. Value register parameters


In the Decimal point parameter we select option: value multiplied by the Decimal point 

register (*exp(-point register)) and in the Decimal point register parameter we write values 

as for the Value register of Fig. 7.74 with the change to the register number 5. Next point we 

set block parameters for Channel status -Hi-. The settings of block parameters shown in the 

Fig. 7.75. The remaining values are left inactive (value: never). 

Fig. 7.75. Sample setting for the block parameters: Channel status -Hi- 

After configuration the Input channels of the device we set parameters Register blocks. 

However we exit Input list menu and move window over parameters called Register blocks 

and set them as follow – Block configuration mode we set to automatic, Max. block size we 

set to 3. Multicon PMS-110R device automatically select the optimal list of blocks. 

After whole configuration exit the menu pressing Save changes. 

Example 

7.14.2: 

Configuration of the Modbus Output in the MASTER mode. 

In this example we show how to configure the Output channel of SLAVE device, e.g. for TRS- 

10a device with address 5. Save data to Register 1, Register 2 set to 0, Register 5 set to 0 

(mode: decimal). 

In the first step we enter the Modbus → SLAVE device menu. We select by using arrows in 

upper navigation bar the appropriate address of SLAVE device (address 5). Device type 

parameter we set to defined or we can use predefined template with available settings for 

TRS-10a device by pressing Load device templates button. In this example we use first case 

when the SLAVE device is defined by user. Next we go to the block parameters Device 

channel and pressing the Output list button. In the Output list menu to open new output 

channel we press a button '+'. When we want to delete a channel press the button '-'. After 

adding the new output channel need to set appropriate parameters. The Output active 

parameter set to active - when you set no then the output will be defined but invisible after exit 

from Modbus menu. Control type parameter set to as a linear output. Parameter Output 

register we set like in the Fig. 7.74. Next we exit from Output register menu. 

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Fig. 7.76. Configuration Output register parameter for Modbus protocol 

Similar steps we do for other output channels to registers 2 and 5, then exit from Output list 

menu. 

After configuration the Output channels of the device we set parameters Register blocks. 

However we exit from Output list menu and move window over parameters called Register 

blocks and set Block configuration mode to manual. We press button Block list. We select 

by using arrows in upper navigation bar the appropriate block number 1. Block type we set to 

write HOLDING register. The Register size parameter we select to 16 bit registers. In the 

parameter First register we write: 1 and in the parameter Last register we write: 2 (see Fig. 

7.77). Next we go to the Register block 2 and write to the first two parameters values like in 

the Register block 1 however, in the parameter First register we write: 5 and in the Last 

register we write: 5. 

After whole configuration exit the menu pressing Save changes. 

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Fig. 7.77 Register blocks parameters

8. THE MODBUS 


PROTOCOL 

HANDLING 

Transmission parameters: 1 start bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity control 

Baud rate: selectable from: 1200 to 115200 bits/second 

Transmission protocol: MODBUS RTU compatible 

8.1. LIST OF REGISTERS 

The device parameters and measurement result are available via RS-485 interface, as 

HOLDING-type registers of Modbus RTU protocol. The registers (or groups of the registers) 

can be read by 03h function, and wrote by 06h (single registers) or 10h (group of the registers) 

accordingly to Modbus RTU specification. 

Register Write Range Register description 

20h 1 No 0÷199 Address of device 

21h No 2060h Device identification code 

Measurements results (floating point format) 2 

200h No 0÷0FFFFh Measurement result for logical channel 1 (high word) 

201h 0÷0FFFFh Measurement result for logical channel 1 (low word) 

202h No 0÷0FFFFh 

Status for logical channel 1: 

0h - data valid, 1h - data not ready, 20h - software error, 

40h - bottom border of the software measurement range is 

exceeded, 80h - top border of the software measurement range 

is exceeded, 2000h - hardware error, 4000h - bottom border of 

the hardware measurement range is exceeded, 8000h - top 

border of the hardware measurement range is exceeded, 

FFFFh - data not available (e.g. logical channel not configured) 

203h No 0÷6 Decimal point for logical channel 1 

Register from 204h to 2F0h 

Measurements results (integer format) 2 


Measurement results, status and decimal point for Logical 

Channels 2÷60 

Measurement result for logical channel 1 (high word, not 

considering the decimal point) 

401h 0÷0FFFFh Measurement result for logical channel 1 (low word) 


Status for logical channel 1: 

0h - data valid, 1h - data not ready, 20h - software error, 

40h - bottom border of the software measurement range is 

exceeded, 80h - top border of the software measurement range 

is exceeded, 2000h - hardware error, 4000h - bottom border of 

the hardware measurement range is exceeded, 8000h - top 

border of the hardware measurement range is exceeded, 

FFFFh - data not available (e.g. logical channel not configured) 

403h No 0÷6 Decimal point for logical channel 1 

Register from 404h to 4F0h 

Measurement results, status and decimal point for Logical 

Channels 2÷60 

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1 after writing registry 20h the unit replies with the frame starting from the old (unchanged) address 

2 Float point format represents data as precision as possible. Integer 32 represents value with constant precision, 

selected by decimal point position. When decimal is set for example 0.0 then Int32 format represents integer part of 

the value contained in float registers and multiplied by 10 (e.g.: float is 1.2345, D.P. = 0.0, then Integer = 12). 

Similarly when decimal pint is 0.000 then integer represents integer part of the value contained in float registers and 

multiplied by 1000 (e.g.: float is 1.2345, D.P = 0.0, then Integer = 1234) 

8.2. TRANSMISSION ERRORS HANDLING 

If during reading or writing one of registries an error occurs then the unit shall return the frame 

containing the error code (according to the Modbus protocol). 

Error codes should be interpreted as follows: 

01h - illegal function (only functions 03h, 06h and 10h are available), 

02h - illegal register address 

03h - illegal data value 

8.3. EXAMPLES OF QUERY/ANSWER FRAMES 

The examples concern a unit with address 1. All values are given in the hexadecimal system. 

Designations: 

ADDR Address of the device in the system 

FUNC Function number 

REG H,L Higher and lower part of registry number, to which the command refers to 

COUNT H,L Higher and lower part of registry counter number, to which the command refers 

to, starting with the register, which is defined by REG (max. 32) 

BYTE C Number of higher bytes in the frame 

DATA H,LHigher and lower part of data word 

CRC L,H Higher and lower part of CRC sum 

1. Read of ID code 

ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H 

01 03 00 21 00 01 D4 00 

The answer: 

ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H,L CRC L,H 

01 03 02 20 60 A1 AC 

DATA H,L - identification code (2060h) 

4. Read of the registers 401h, 402h and 403h in one message (example of reading a 

number of registries in one frame): 

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ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H 

01 03 04 01 00 03 55 3B 

COUNT L - the count of being read registers (max. 32) 

The answer: 

ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H1,L1 DATA H2,L2 DATA H3,L3 CRC L,H 

01 03 06 00 0A 00 02 00 00 18 B4 

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DATA H1, L1 - 401h registry (10 – high word of value for channel 1, no decimal point), 

DATA H2, L2 - 402h registry (2 – low word of value for channel 1, no decimal point), 

DATA H3, L3 - 403h registry (0 – status for channel 1). 

There is no full implementation of the Modbus Protocol in the device. The 

functions presented above are available only. 

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9. APPENDIX - INPUT AND OUTPUT MODULES DESCRIPTION 

All connections must be made while power supply is disconnected ! 

9.1. UI4, UI8, U16, I16 - VOLTAGE AND CURENT MEASUREMENT MODULES 

The UI modules are designed for easy measurement of Voltage and Current. There are 

4 versions of such modules, listed below: 

UI4 - 4 Voltage and 4 Current inputs 

UI8 - 8 Voltage and 8 Current inputs 

U16 - 16 Voltage inputs 

I16 - 16 Current inputs. 

Picture below shows terminals placement of UI modules. Inputs are gathered into groups to 

make connections easier. All ground terminals of a particular module are common, but 

separated from power supply and other modules. If it is necessary to measure Voltages with 

different ground potentials, several UI modules have to be installed into Multicon PMS-110R 

unit. 

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! 

UI8 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

UI4 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

I16 

16 current inputs 

n01 AIN1 

n02 AIN2 

n03 AIN3 

n04 AIN4 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-20mA 

U16 

16 voltage inputs 

AIN1 

n01 

AIN2 

n02 

n03 AIN3 

n04 AIN4 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 GND 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 GND 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

AIN9 

AIN10 

AIN11 

AIN12 

AIN13 

AIN14 

AIN15 

AIN16 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V 

4 x 0-10V

Most important parameters of UI modules. 


UI4 UI8 U16 I16 

Number of inputs 4xU + 4xI 8xU + 8xI 16xU 16xI 

Hardware measurement ranges 

Hardware resolution 

Precision 

voltage inputs 

current inputs 





-2V ÷ 13V 

-2mA ÷ 30mA 

1mV 

1μA 

0.25% 

0.25% 

-2V ÷ 13V 

-2mA ÷ 30mA 

1mV 

1μA 

0.25% 

0.25% 

-2V ÷ 13V 

-2mA ÷ 30mA 

1mV 

- 

0.25% 

Permissible Long time overload 20% 20% 20% 20% 

Covered 

Multicon PMS-110R measurement 

ranges * 

Internal impedance 

Protection 




0÷5V, 

1÷5V, 

0÷10V, 

2÷10V, 

0÷20mA, 

4÷20mA 

100kΩ 

typ. 100Ω 

no 

0÷5V, 

1÷5V, 

0÷10V, 

2÷10V, 

0÷20mA, 

4÷20mA 

100kΩ 

typ. 100Ω 

- 

0÷5V, 

1÷5V, 

0÷10V, 

2÷10V 

100kΩ 

- 

-2V ÷ 13V 

-2mA÷ 30mA 

- 

1μA 

- 

0.25% 

0÷20mA, 

4÷20mA 

- 

typ. 100Ω 

current inputs 50mA fuse 50mA fuse - 

50mA fuse 

• Measurement ranges are limited by software upon hardware inputs ability, check 

current list of Multicon PMS-110R measurement ranges at producer homepage 

no 

no 

- 

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1 

2 

3 

4 


Power supply 


USB 


GND 

+24V DC ±5% (Imax. = 200mA) 

5 

6 GND 

digital input 

0/15..24V DC 

7 

8 

B- 

A+ 

RS-485 

insulated 

1 

2 

3 

4 

Sensor 1 

+ - 

Sensor 2 

+ - 

UI4 


n01 AIN1 

n02 AIN2 

n03 AIN3 

n04 

n05 GND 

AIN4 

n06 

AIN5 

n07 AIN6 

n08 AIN7 

n09 

n10 GND 

AIN8 

Fig. 9.1. Connections for 2 - wire sensor (current) 

Power supply 


USB 


GND 

+24V DC ±5% (Imax. = 200mA) 

5 

6 GND 

digital input 

0/15..24V DC 

7 

8 

B- 

A+ 

RS-485 

insulated 

Sensor 1 Sensor 2 

+ 

- 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 GND 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 GND 

Fig. 9.2. Connections for 3 - wire sensor (current) 

+ 

- 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

UI4 


4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V

1 

2 

3 

4 


Power supply 


USB 


GND 

+24V DC ±5% (Imax. = 200mA) 

5 

6 GND 

digital input 

0/15..24V DC 

7 

8 

B- 

A+ 

RS-485 

insulated 

Sensor 1 Sensor 2 

+ 

+ 

- + 

+ 

- 

UI4 


n01 AIN1 

n02 AIN2 

n03 AIN3 

n04 

n05 GND 

AIN4 

n06 

AIN5 

n07 AIN6 

n08 AIN7 

n09 

n10 GND 

AIN8 

Fig. 9.3. Connections for 3 - wire sensor (voltage) 

4 x 0-20mA 

4 x 0-10V 

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9.2. TC4, TC8 – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR MEASUREMENT MODULES 

TC4 TC8 

Number of inputs 4 8 

Hardware measurement ranges -30mV ÷ 30mV 


range ± 30mV 

range ± 120mV 

-120mV ÷ 120mV 

1μV 

4μV 

-30mV ÷ 30mV 

-120mV ÷ 120mV 

1μV 

4μV 

Permissible Long time overload 20% 20% 

Permissible voltage difference between 

channels ** 

Covered Multicon PMS-110R 

measurement ranges * 

Thermocouple: 

Voltage: 

0.5V 0.5V 

K,S,J,T, N, R, B, E 

±25mV, ±100mV 

K,S,J,T, N, R, B, E 

±25mV, ±100mV 

Input impedance typ. 1MΩ typ. 1MΩ 

* Measurement ranges are limited by software upon hardware inputs ability, check current list 

of Multicon PMS-110R measurement ranges at producer homepage 

** Hi and Lo terminals of all inputs are pulled up/down by 470kΩ resistor to internal 

supply/GND. It is strongly recommended not to connect Lo or Hi terminals of different inputs 

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TC4 


n01 - 

AIN1 

n02 + 

- 

n03 

AIN2 

n04 

+ 

n05 - 

AIN3 

n06 + 

- 

n07 

AIN4 

n08 + 

TC8 


n01 - 

n02 + 

AIN1 

- 

n03 

n04 

+ 

AIN2 

n05 - 

n06 + 

AIN3 

- 

n07 

AIN4 

n08 

+ 

n09 - 

n10 + 

- 

n11 

n12 

+ 

n13 - 

n14 + 

- 

n15 

n16 

+ 

AIN5 

AIN6 

AIN7 

AIN8


together, but to connect every sensor using individual wires. 

9.3. RT4 – RTD MEASUREMENT MODULE 

RT4 

4 RTD inputs 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 

n16 

AIN1 

AIN2 

AIN3 

AIN4 

Number of inputs 4 

RT4 

Hardware measurement ranges 0÷325Ω, 


Covered Multicon PMS-110R 

measurement ranges * 

RTD 2-wire 

configuration 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

range ±325Ω 

range ±3250Ω 

RTD: 

AIN1 

RTD 3-wire 

configuration 

0÷3250Ω 

0.01Ω 

0.1Ω 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

PT100, PT500, PT1000 

n01 

n02 

n03 AIN1 

n04 

Connection method 2, 3 and 4 wire (switched manually) 

• Measurement ranges are limited by software upon hardware inputs ability, check 

current list of Multicon PMS-110R measurement ranges at producer homepage 

AIN1 

RTD 4-wire 

configuration 

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9.4. D8, D16 – OPTOISOLATED DIGITAL INPUT MODULE 

D8, D16 are modules with 8 and 16 digital inputs respectively. Inputs are divided into groups of 

four input every. Every group has own common terminal, and is optically isolated from others 

groups and Multicon PMS-110R Gnd signal as well. 

Number of inputs 8 

Input signals voltage levels: 

Logical LOW state 

Logical HIGH state 

D8 D16 

(2 groups 4 inputs every, 

optoisolated from others 

signals) 

| Uin | < 1V 

| Uin | > 4V 

Max input voltage 30V 30V 

Input current consumption about 15mA @24V 

about 5mA @10V 

about 2mA @5V 

Insulation strength 500V 500V 

Input signals representation 8 single bits DIN1-DIN8 

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D16 


n01 DIN1 

n02 

n03 

DIN2 

DIN3 

DIN17 

n04 DIN4 

n05 COM 1-4 

n06 DIN5 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

n15 

n16 

n17 

n18 

n19 

n20 

DIN6 

DIN7 

DIN8 

COM 5-8 

DIN9 

DIN10 

DIN11 

DIN12 

COM 9-12 

DIN13 

DIN14 

DIN15 

DIN16 

COM 13-16 

DIN18 

DIN19 

DIN20 

DIN21 

2 nibbles DIN9-DIN10 

1 byte DIN11 

D8 


n01 DIN1 

n02 

n03 

DIN2 

DIN3 

DIN9 

n04 DIN4 

n05 COM 1-4 

n06 DIN5 

n07 

n08 

DIN6 

DIN7 

DIN10 

n09 DIN8 

n10 COM 5-8 

16 

DIN11 

(4 groups 4 inputs every, 

optoisolated from others 

signals) 

| Uin | < 1V 

| Uin | > 4V 



about 2mA @5V 

16 single bits DIN1-DIN16 

4 nibbles DIN17-DIN20 

1 integer DIN21

IN 1 

IN 2 

IN 3 

IN 4 

COM 1-4 

IN 5 

IN 6 

IN 7 

IN 8 

COM 5-8 


Insulation 

Interface 

Fig. 9.4. Internal structure of the optoisolated digital input module 

Device 

Main board 

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9.5. S8, S16 - SOLID STATE RELAY DRIVERS MODULES 

Static parameters 

S8 S16 

Number of outputs 8 16 (in 2 groups with separate supply) 

Max current source per output: 

while powered internally 

while powered externally 

Output High Level voltage (Iout =5mA) 

Overload protection 





10mA, 

sum limited to 50mA 

100mA, 

sum limited to 500mA 

≥ 8V 

≥ (Vext. - 0.5V) 

Internal fuse 50mA 

Internal fuse 500mA 

10mA, 

sum limited to 50mA for a group 

100mA, 

sum limited to 500mA for a group 

≥ 8V 

Maximum external supply of output * 30 V 30 V 

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S16 

16 SSR outputs 

n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

+10..24V DC 

SSR1 

SSR2 

SSR3 

SSR4 

n06 SSR5 

n07 SSR6 

n08 SSR7 

n09 SSR8 

n10 GND 

n11 +10..24V DC 

n12 SSR9 

n13 SSR10 

n14 SSR11 

n15 SSR12 

n16 SSR13 

n17 SSR14 

n18 SSR15 

n19 SSR16 

n20 GND 

S8 

8 SSR outputs 

+10..24V DC 

n01 

n02 SSR1 

n03 SSR2 

n04 SSR3 

n05 SSR4 

n06 SSR5 

n07 SSR6 

n08 SSR7 

n09 SSR8 

n10 GND 

≥ (Vext. - 0.5V) 

Internal fuse 50mA (per group) 

Internal fuse 500mA (per group)


Dynamic parameters (set individually for every output) 

PWM period ** 0.1 ÷ 1600 sec. 0.1 ÷ 1600 sec. 

PWM resolution 0.1 sec. 0.1 sec. 

PWM internal frequency** 5kHz 5kHz 

Pulse - duty factor 0 ÷ 100% 0 ÷ 100% 

Pulse - duty factor resolution 15 bits ** 

0x8000 means 100% 

15 bits** 

0x8000 means 100% 

Lo state minimum time limit 0 ÷ 800 sec. 0 ÷ 800 sec. 

Hi state minimum time limit 0 ÷ 800 sec. 0 ÷ 800 sec. 

* Minimum external supply voltage is 10V, if external supply is less than 10V then outputs are powered 

internally 

** PWM internal frequency and PWM period limit Pulse - duty factor real resolution. For example, if PWM 

period is 0.1 sec then real resolution of Pulse - duty factor is about 9 bits (0.1 * 5kHz = 500 levels). If PWM 

period is longer than 6.55 seconds then Pulse - duty factor resolution is full 15 bits (6.56 * 5kHz > 32768 

levels). 

Device 

Main board 

10V 

Interface 

F 

100mA 

OUT 1- 8 

Driver 

F 

500mA 

GND 

Fig. 9.5. Internal structure of the SSR output module (8 output) 

Vcc 

OUT 1-8 

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Fig. 9.6. Internal structure of the SSR output module (16 output) 

9.6. R45, R81 - RELAY MODULES 

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Device 

Main board 

R81 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

n13 

n14 

10V 

Interface 

R2 R1 

R4 R3 

R5 

R6 

R7 

R8 

F 

100mA 

OUT 1-8 

F 

100mA 

OUT 9-16 

R45 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

n09 

n10 

n11 

n12 

Driver 

Driver 

R1 

R2 

R3 

R4 

F 

500mA 

F 

500mA 

GND 

GND 

Vcc 1 

OUT 1-8 

Vcc 2 

OUT 9-16


R45 R81 

Number of relays 4 SPDP (Switchable) 8 SPST (N.O.) 

Max. load per relay 5A, cos ϕ = 1 

(resistive load) 

1A, cos ϕ = 1 

(resistive load) 

Max. voltage switched by relay 250V AC 250V AC 

Insulation strength 

(relay to relay, relay to Multicon PMS- 

110R supply) 

9.7. IO2, IO4 – PASSIVE CURRENT OUTPUT 

IO4 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

≥1000V AC @ 60 sec. ≥1000V AC @ 60 sec. 

AOUT 4 

AOUT 3 

AOUT 2 

AOUT 1 

IO2 


Due to fact that output is passive type, it is required to power the current loop. Note that 

polarisation of IO2 and IO4 outputs has no matter. 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

AOUT 2 

AOUT 1 

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Technical specification: 


IO2 IO4 

Number of outputs 2 4 

Output type Passive current output Passive current output 

Nominal analogue range 4-20mA 4-20mA 

Hardware output limitation 3-22mA 3-22mA 

Output voltage dropout max. 9V max. 9V 

Overload protection Internal resetable fuse 50mA Internal resetable fuse 50mA 

Loop Supply Range 9-30V 9-30V 

Output current precision 0.1% @25ºC, 50ppm/ºC 0.1% @25ºC, 50ppm/ºC 

Resolution 12 bit 12 bit 

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1 

2 

3 

4 

Power supply 


USB 


GND 

+24V DC ±5% (Imax. = 200mA) 

5 

6 GND 

digital input 

0/15..24V DC 

7 

8 

B- 

A+ 

RS-485 

insulated 

Ammeter 1 

Ammeter 2 

IO4 


n01 

n02 

n03 

n04 

n05 

n06 

n07 

n08 

Fig. 9.7. Connections for the Passive current output 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

PASSIVE 

AOUT 4 

AOUT 3 

AOUT 2 

AOUT 1


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